RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS

IN THE MATTER OF:	DOCKET NUMBER:  BC-2003-00648
		INDEX CODE:  110.00

		COUNSEL:  NONE

		HEARING DESIRED:  NO

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APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:

Her narrative reason for separation be changed.

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APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT:

Her separation program designator (SPD) code (JFX) was assigned to her in error.  She has never been diagnosed with a personality disorder.  She indicates that she would like to reenlist in the Air Force.

Applicant’s complete submission, with attachments, is at Exhibit A.

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STATEMENT OF FACTS:

Applicant enlisted in the Regular Air Force on 19 November 2002 in the grade of airman basic for a period of four years.

The applicant was notified of her commander's intent to initiate discharge action against her for Conditions That Interfere With Military Service, Mental Disorders.

The commander indicated in his recommendation for discharge action that the reason for his proposed action was the Behavioral Analysis Service Letter dated 27 January 2003 indicating that she was diagnosed with Adjustment Disorder with Depressed Mood.  Because of this condition, her ability to function in a military environment was significantly impaired.

The commander advised the applicant of her right to consult legal counsel and submit statements in her own behalf; or waive the above rights after consulting with counsel.

After consulting with counsel, the applicant waived her right to submit statements in her own behalf.

The discharge authority approved the applicant’s entry-level separation.

On 14 February 2003, the applicant was separated with an entry-level separation in the grade of airman basic, under the provisions of AFI 36-3208 (Personality Disorder).  She served 2 months and 26 days of total active service.  

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AIR FORCE EVALUATION:

The BCMR Medical Consultant recommended denial.  He indicated that the applicant’s past demonstrated inability to cope with the stress of military training and the presence of abnormal personality traits is predictive of a significantly increased risk for recurrence of Adjustment Disorder if re-exposed to the rigors of military training and service.  Action and disposition in this case are proper and equitable reflecting compliance with Air Force directives that implement the law

The evaluation is at Exhibit C.

AFPC/DPPRS recommended denial.  They indicated that based upon the documentation in the file, they believe the discharge was consistent with the procedural and substantive requirements of the discharge regulation.  Additionally, the discharge was within the discretion of the discharge authority.  They concur with the BCMR Medical Consultant’s evaluation.

The evaluation is at Exhibit D.

AFPC/DPPAE indicated that the applicant’s RE code of “2C” - Involuntarily separated with an honorable discharge, or entry-level separation without characterization of service is correct.

The evaluation is at Exhibit E.

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APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION:

The applicant provided a response that is at Exhibit G.

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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 an error or injustice warranting her narrative reason for separation be changed.  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 her separation from the Air Force was inappropriate.  We find no evidence of error in this case and after thoroughly reviewing the evidence of record, we do not believe she has suffered from an injustice.  Applicant’s narrative reason and resulting separation program designator code accurately reflects the reason for her involuntary entry-level separation without characterization of service.  In view of the above, we agree with the opinions and recommendation of the Air Force offices of primary responsibility and adopt their rationale as the basis for our conclusion that the applicant has not been the victim of an error or injustice.  Therefore, in the absence of evidence to the contrary, we find no compelling basis to recommend granting the relief sought.

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THE BOARD DETERMINES THAT:

The applicant be notified that the evidence presented did not demonstrate the existence of an error or an 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 2 October 2003, under the provisions of AFI 36-2603:

			Panel Chair
			Member
			Member

The following documentary evidence pertaining to AFBCMR Docket Number BC-2003-00648 was considered:

   Exhibit A.  DD Form 149, dated 16 February 2003, w/atchs.
   Exhibit B.  Military Personnel Records.
   Exhibit C.  Letter, BCMR Medical Consultant,
			dated 1 July 2003.
   Exhibit D.  Letter, AFPC/DPPRS, dated 14 July 2003.
   Exhibit E.  Letter, AFPC/DPPAE, dated 13 August 2003.
   Exhibit F.  Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 29 August 2003.
   Exhibit G.  Letter, Applicant, dated 15 September 2003

				
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