RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2011-01148 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: YES ________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His reentry code (RE) 2C (involuntary separation with an honorable discharge; or entry level separation without characterization of service) be changed to allow him to enter into the Air Force Reserves. ________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT: While in Basic Military Training he had problems at home. He made a big mistake by getting out of the Air Force. He now realizes that mistake and would like to come back into the Air Force. His childhood was like most, his parents divorced and his relationship with his father deteriorated. He spent a lot of time with his grandparents. His mother remarried his stepfather, who took him in as his own and became a lifeline to him. He has been through a lot of trials and tribulations, but hopes the Board will help him get back into the Air Force so that he can achieve his goals. In support of his request, the applicant provides a personal statement. The applicant’s complete submission, with attachment, is at Exhibit A. ________________________________________________________________ STATEMENT OF FACTS: On 28 April 2009, the applicant enlisted in the Regular Air Force. On 11 June 2009, he was notified of his commanders intent to separate him from the Air Force for a condition that interferes with military service; specifically, mental disorder. On 11 June 2011, the applicant acknowledged his commanders intent to discharge him. He also acknowledged his right to counsel and to submit matters on his behalf: he declined both rights. On 12 June 2009, the case was found legally sufficient. On 15 June 2009, the applicant was discharged under the provisions of AFPD 36-32 Military Separations and Retirements and AFI 36-3208, Administrative Separation of Airmen, Involuntary Convenience of the Government for conditions that interfere with military service: mental disorders. His type of separation was entry level, his service was uncharacterized. He received a reentry code of 2C. He was credited with serving 1 month and 19 days on active duty. ________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: AFPC/DPSOS recommends denial. DPSOS states airmen are given entry level separations with uncharacterized service when their separation is initiated within the first 180 days of consecutive service. The discharge to include the characterization were appropriately administered and within the discretion of the discharge authority. Additionally, there is no evidence of error or injustice with the processing of this discharge. The complete DPSOS evaluation is at Exhibit C. AFPC/DPSOA recommends denial. DPSOA states RE code 2C is required per AFI 36-2606, Reenlistments in the USAF, based on his entry level separation and uncharacterized service. The complete DPSOA evaluation is at Exhibit D. ________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION: Copies of the Air Force evaluations were forwarded to the applicant on 26 August 2011, for review and comment within 30 days (Exhibit E). As of this date, this office has received no response. ________________________________________________________________ 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. We took notice of the applicant’s complete submission in judging the merits of the case; however, we agree with the opinions and recommendations 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 basis to recommend granting the relief sought in this application. 4. 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. ________________________________________________________________ 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. ________________________________________________________________ The following members of the Board considered Docket Number BC- 2011-01148 in Executive Session on 29 September 2011 under the provisions of AFI 36-2603: , Panel Chair , Member , Member The following documentary evidence was considered: Exhibit A. DD Form 149, dated 15 Apr 11. Exhibit B. Applicant's Master Personnel Records. Exhibit C. Letter, AFPC/DPSOS, dated 11 Jul 11. Exhibit D. Letter, AFPC/DPSOA, dated 15 Aug 11. Exhibit E. Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 26 Aug 11. Panel Chair