ADDENDUM TO
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS

IN THE MATTER OF:	DOCKET NUMBER:  BC-2002-03005-2
		INDEX CODE:  110.02
	XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX	COUNSEL:  NONE

	XXXXXXXXXXXXXX	HEARING DESIRED:  YES

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APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:

His reenlistment eligibility (RE) code be changed.

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STATEMENT OF FACTS:

The applicant was honorably discharged on 28 January 1997 by reason of “Personality Disorder” with an RE code of 2C.  He had served 1 year and 2 months on active duty.

The Board considered a similar appeal on 2 April 2003.  The applicant’s initial request was for a change of his separation code, reentry code, and narrative reason for separation to allow him to reenlist in the military.  Based on the opinion of the BCMR Medical Consultant that the condition leading to his separation was an “Adjustment Disorder” rather than a “Personality Disorder,” the Board concluded the applicant’s records should be changed to show he received an honorable discharge under the provisions of AFI 36-3208, paragraph 1.2, (Secretarial Authority), with Separation Program Designator (SPD) code “KFF.”  However, the Board found the RE Code issued at the time of the applicant’s separation accurately reflected the circumstances of his separation and they did not find the code to be in error or unjust.  Therefore, the Board denied his request to change his RE Code.  For an accounting of the facts and circumstances surrounding the applicant’s separation, and, the rationale for the earlier decision by the Board, see Exhibit H.

In his request for reconsideration, the applicant contends his reentry code is unjust, judgmental, and does not reflect an accurate ruling of his situation.  To support his request, the applicant provides a personal statement; a copy of his corrected DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge From Active Duty; a copy of a letter to his congressional member with reply; copies of documentation requesting an enlistment waiver for the Air National Guard; a copy of his psychologist’s evaluation; and one character reference.  The applicant’s complete submission, with attachments, is at Exhibit I.

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THE BOARD CONCLUDES THAT:

1.  In earlier findings, the Board determined there was insufficient evidence to change the applicant’s reenlistment eligibility code.  After a careful reconsideration of his request and his most recent submission, we do not find it sufficiently compelling to warrant a revision of the Board’s earlier determination in this case.  We note the applicant’s assertions that the RE Code given to him at the time of his discharge is unjust and judgmental; however, his military personnel records clearly show that he was discharged for a condition so severe that it significantly impaired his ability to function in the military environment.  We remain unpersuaded by the evidence provided that, in view of the discipline required in a highly structured military environment, the applicant would not again experience the distress he exhibited at the time of his separation should further personal problems occur.  Therefore, we find no basis to act favorably on his request.  

2.  The applicant's case is adequately documented and it has not been shown that a personal appearance with or without counsel will materially add to our understanding of the issues involved.  Therefore, the request for a hearing is not favorably considered.

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THE BOARD DETERMINES THAT:

The applicant be notified that the evidence presented did not 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 this application in Executive Session on 18 January 2005, under the provisions of AFI 36‑2603:

	Panel Chair
	Member
	Member

The following documentary evidence for AFBCMR Docket Number BC-2002-03005-2 was considered:

	Exhibit H.  Record of Proceedings, dated 2 May 2003,
                with Exhibits A through G.
	Exhibit I.  DD Form 149, dated 5 May 2004, with atchs.