RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS

IN THE MATTER OF:				DOCKET NUMBER:  BC-2003-01122
INDEX CODE:  112.10 
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APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: 

His reenlistment eligibility (RE) code be changed to enable him to return to the Air Force.

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APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT:

He regrets and is sorry for his actions while on active duty.  He has grown up and matured these past few months and realizes he made a mistake.  He would like to return to the military in the Air Force Reserve to fix his mistakes and to prove to himself that he can be an asset to the Air Force and his Country.

In support of his application, the applicant provided a personal statement; a copy of his DD Form 293, Application for the Review of Discharge or Dismissal from the Armed Forces of the United States; a copy of his DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty; a copy of his Certificate of Training for completion of Basic Military Training; and a personal reference letter.  The applicant’s complete submission, with attachments, is at Exhibit A.

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STATEMENT OF FACTS:

On 18 June 2002, the applicant enlisted in the Regular Air Force at the age of 19 in the grade of airman basic (E-1) for a period of four years.  On 4 October 2002, following his successful completion of basic military training, the applicant was enrolled in technical training.

On 22 October 2002, the applicant received a Letter of Reprimand (LOR) for failure to report for mandatory weekend remedial training.  On 25 October 2002, the applicant received an LOR for wearing civilian clothing while in Phase I training.  On 12 November 2002, the applicant received two LORs; one for wearing civilian clothing on 11 November 2002 while in Phase I training and the second LOR for failure to show for an evening formation on 12 November 2002.  

On 4 December 2002, the applicant’s commander recommended the applicant be discharged for entry level performance or conduct.  The applicant was advised of his rights to consult counsel and submit a statement in his own behalf.  He waived his rights to consult counsel and to submit a statement on 4 December 2002.  In a legal review of the discharge case file, dated 9 December 2002, the Deputy Chief Adverse Actions assigned to the staff of the discharge authority, found the file legally sufficient and recommended the applicant be separated from the service with an entry level separation.  The discharge authority approved the proposed separation under AFPD 36-32 and AFI 36-3208, paragraphs 5.24 and 5.22.2, Entry Level Performance or Conduct.

On 13 December 2002, the applicant was discharged with an uncharacterized Entry-Level Separation because of entry-level performance or conduct with an RE code of 2C and a separation code of JGA.  He had served 5 months and 26 days on active duty.

Examiner’s note:  RE Code 2C is applied in those cases where the member is involuntarily separated with an honorable discharge or entry-level separation.  The separation code is directly related to the reason and authority for his separation.

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AIR FORCE EVALUATION:

AFPC/DPPAE indicated that the reenlistment code 2C, “Involuntarily separated with an honorable discharge; or entry level separation without characterization of service” was properly accessed to the applicant’s record as he was discharged in accordance with Air Force directives.  The DPPAE evaluation is at Exhibit C.

AFPC/DPPRS recommends denial.  The applicant did not submit any new evidence or identify any errors or injustices that occurred in the discharge process.  Additionally, he provided no facts warranting a change in his discharge.  The DPPRS evaluation is at Exhibit D. 

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APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION:

Copies of the Air Force evaluations were forwarded to the applicant on 16 June 2003, for review and comment within 30 days (Exhibit E).  As of this date, this office has received no response.

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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 probable error or injustice.  The applicant did not provide persuasive evidence showing the information in the discharge case was erroneous, his substantial rights were violated, or that his commanders abused their discretionary authority.  The RE code which was issued at the time of the applicant’s separation accurately reflects the circumstances of his separation and we do not find this code to be in error or unjust.  In view of the foregoing, we conclude that no basis exists upon which to recommend favorable action on his request that it be changed.

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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 13 August 2003, under the provisions of AFI 36-2603:

	Panel Chair
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The following documentary evidence was considered in connection with AFBCMR Docket No. BC-2003-01122:

    Exhibit A.  DD Form 149, dated 6 Apr 03, w/atchs.
    Exhibit B.  Applicant's Master Personnel Records.
    Exhibit C.  Letter, AFPC/DPPAE, dated 12 Jun 03.
    Exhibit D.  Letter, AFPC/DPPRS, dated 23 Apr 03.
    Exhibit E.  Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 16 Jun 03.

                                  
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