ADDENDUM TO RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS

IN THE MATTER OF:	DOCKET NUMBER:  BC-1997-03734-2

XXXXXXXXXXX	COUNSEL:  NONE

	HEARING:  YES

APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:

His DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, block 26, separation code, block 27, reenlistment code and block 28, narrative reason for separation be changed.

RESUME OF THE CASE:

On 29 Apr 98, the Board considered and denied a request for correction of military records submitted by the applicant, finding that the applicant had provided insufficient evidence of an error or injustice to justify relief.  The Board recognized the character references, overall quality of service, the events which precipitated the discharge along with the available evidence related to post-service activities and accomplishments; however, the Board determined that clemency was not warranted.  For an accounting of the applicant’s original request and the rationale of the earlier decision, see the AFBCMR Letter and Record of Proceedings at Exhibit F.

The applicant is a former Air Force airman basic who served from 4 Dec 96 through 24 Dec 96.

The applicant provided a copy of an FBI report dated 20 Jun 18.  The complete FBI report is at Exhibit I.

On 08 Nov 17, the applicant requested reconsideration of his request to correct his DD Form 214.  He again contends his records are in error and unjust due to overwhelming mental duress.  He entered basic training as a teenager and was not mentally prepared for the challenges of Basic Military Training (BMT).  During this time, he disclosed that he experimented with multiple drugs prior to enlistment in order to get out of training and leave the military.  He acknowledges he made a poor decision in his youth and is regretful.

The applicant’s complete submission is at Exhibit G.

THE BOARD CONCLUDES THAT:

After reviewing all Exhibits, the Board remains unconvinced the evidence presented demonstrates an error or injustice and therefore finds no basis to recommend granting the requested relief.  In the interest of justice, the Board considered upgrading the discharge based on clemency; however, did not find the evidence presented sufficient to recommend granting relief on that basis.  Therefore, the Board recommends against correcting the applicant’s records.  

The applicant has not shown that a personal appearance with or without counsel would materially add to the Board’s understanding of the issues involved.

THE BOARD RECOMMENDS THAT:

The applicant be informed the evidence did not demonstrate material error or injustice, and the application will only be reconsidered upon receipt of relevant evidence not already considered by the Board.

The application was adjudicated without a personal appearance.

CERTIFICATION:

The following quorum of the Board, as defined in Air Force Instruction (AFI) 36-2603, Air Force Board for Correction of Military Records (AFBCMR), paragraph 1.5, considered Docket Number BC-1997-03734-2 in Executive Session on 12 Dec 18:

, Vice Chair
, Panel Member
, Panel Member

The panel considered the following:

Exhibit F:	Record of Proceedings, w/ Exhibits A-E, dated 29 Apr 98.
Exhibit G:	Application, DD Form 149, w/atchs, dated 8 Nov 17.
Exhibit H:	Documentary evidence, including relevant excerpts from official records.
Exhibit I:	FBI Report dated 20 Jun 18.
Exhibit J:	Letter, SAF/MRBC, dated 20 Oct 18.

Taken together with all Exhibits, this document constitutes the true and complete Record of Proceedings required by AFI 36-2603, paragraph 4.11.9.