RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
         AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS

IN THE MATTER OF:	DOCKET NUMBER:  02-02075
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		COUNSEL:  NONE

		HEARING DESIRED: NO
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APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:

His record be changed to reflect a Reenlistment Code (RE) that would enable him to reenlist in the Air Force.

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APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT:

His discharge based on a personality disorder is in error.

Applicant’s appeal is located at Exhibit A.

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STATEMENT OF FACTS:

Applicant entered active duty on July 21 1999.  Based on his response to a questionnaire (given to all trainees) he was referred to Behavioral Analysis Service (BAS) for an evaluation.  The results of the evaluation were a diagnosis of Impulse-Control Disorder Not Otherwise Specified and Alcohol Abuse.

Applicant’s commander initiated discharge action against the applicant on 5 August 1999 for a condition that interferes with military service, specifically for mental disorders.  The reason for the proposed action was the above-cited diagnosis.  On the same date the applicant acknowledged receipt of the discharge notification.  He waived his option to consult counsel and waived his right to submit statements.  On 6 August 1999, the discharge authority approved an entry-level separation.  On 10 August 1999, the applicant received an uncharacterized entry-level separation under the provisions of AFI 36-3208, by reason of Personality Disorder and was issued an RE code of 2C, (Involuntarily separated with an honorable discharge; or entry level separation without characterization of service).  

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AIR FORCE EVALUATION:

The BCMR Medical Consultant issued an opinion that no change was warranted in the applicant’s record.  He noted that the applicant had been diagnosed with impulse control disorder and alcohol abuse that were incompatible with military service.  The applicant’s pattern of behavior related to impulse and anger control had been long standing prior to entering the service.  In this case, the label of personality disorder in the narrative reason for discharge is reasonably accurate and appropriate.  (Exhibit C) 

HQ AFPC/DPPRS recommended denial stating that the discharge was consistent with the procedural and substantive requirements of the discharge regulation.  Additionally, the applicant did not provide any new evidence or identify any specific errors or injustices during his discharge processing. (Exhibit D)

HQ AFPC/DPPAE verified that the RE code of 2C, (Involuntarily separated with an honorable discharge; or entry level separation without characterization of service) is correct. (Exhibit E)

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APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION:

Copies of the Air Force evaluations were forwarded to the applicant on 15 November 2002, for review and comment within 30 days.  As of this date, this office has received no response. (Exhibit F)

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THE BOARD CONCLUDES THAT:

1.  The applicant has exhausted all remedies provided by existing law or regulations.

2.  The application was timely filed.

3.  Insufficient relevant evidence has been presented to demonstrate the existence of error or injustice.  After a thorough review of the evidence of record and applicant's submission, the discharge appears to be in compliance with the governing AFI and we find no evidence to indicate that his separation from the Air Force was inappropriate.  We find no evidence of error in this case and after thoroughly reviewing the documentation that has been submitted in support of applicant's appeal, we do not believe he has suffered from an injustice.  Applicant’s assigned RE Code of 2C accurately reflects his involuntary entry-level separation without characterization of service.  Therefore, based on the available evidence of record, we find no basis upon which to favorably consider this application.

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THE BOARD DETERMINES THAT:

The applicant be notified that the evidence presented did not 

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demonstrate the existence of material error or injustice; that the application was denied without a personal appearance; and that the application will only be reconsidered upon the submission of newly discovered relevant evidence not considered with this application.

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The following members of the Board considered AFBCMR Docket Number 02-02075 in Executive Session on 8 January 2003, under the provisions of AFI 36-2603:

The following documentary evidence was considered:

    Exhibit A.  DD Form 149, 5 Jul 02, w/atch. 
    Exhibit B.  Applicant's Master Personnel Records.
    Exhibit C.  Letter, BCMR Medical Consultant, 20 Aug 02.
    Exhibit D.  Letter, HQ AFPC/DPPRS, 9 Sep 02.
    Exhibit E.  Letter, HQ AFPC/DPPAE, 12 Nov 02.
    Exhibit F.  Letter, SAF/MRBR, 15 Nov 02.

                                   
                                   Panel Chair