RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2010-04577 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO ________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His honorable discharge be changed to a medical discharge. ________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT: He suffered from a compensable medical condition which is now controlled by medication. This change will open up his veteran’s benefits. The applicant submits no supporting documentation. The applicant’s complete submission is at Exhibit A. ________________________________________________________________ STATEMENT OF FACTS: The applicant enlisted in the Regular Air Force on 26 December 1971. On 19 June 1974, the applicant was notified of his commander’s intent to discharge him from the Air Force under the provisions of Air Force Manual 39-12, Separation for Unsuitability, Misconduct, Resignation, or Request for Discharge for the Good of the Service and Procedures for the Rehabilitation Program, for unsuitability – apathy, defective attitudes and inability to expend effort constructively. Specifically, the applicant’s disciplinary actions include an Article 15, a Letter of Reprimand, two Letter’s of Counseling, and two mental health evaluations stating the applicant “has a weak characterlogical defense structure limiting his ability to successfully cope with stress.” It further stated that “he is unable to … adjust to Air Force life.” On 21 June 1974, the applicant acknowledged his commander’s intent, his right to consult counsel and to submit statements on his behalf. He also acknowledged his right to a discharge board. He waived the discharge board and declined to submit statements on his behalf. On 29 June 1974, the Staff Judge Advocate found the case legally sufficient. On 3 July 1974, the commander approved the discharge and directed the applicant receive an honorable discharge. He was credited with serving 2 years, 6 months and 24 days on active duty. ________________________________________________________________ THE BOARD CONCLUDES THAT: 1. The applicant has exhausted all remedies provided by existing law or regulations. 2. The application was not timely filed; however, it is in the interest of justice to excuse the failure to timely file. 3. Insufficient relevant evidence has been presented to demonstrate the existence of error or injustice. After careful consideration of the applicant's request and the available evidence of record, we find insufficient evidence of error or injustice to warrant corrective action. Absent evidence the applicant was denied rights to which entitled, appropriate regulations were not followed, or appropriate standards were not applied, we find no basis to disturb the existing record. Therefore, in the absence of evidence to the contrary, we find no basis upon which to recommend granting the relief sought. ________________________________________________________________ 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 AFBCMR Docket Number 2010-04577 in Executive Session on 20 September 2011, under the provisions of AFI 36-2603: The following documentary evidence was considered pertaining to Docket Number BC-2010-04577: Exhibit A. DD Form 149, dated 30 Nov 11. Exhibit B. Applicant's Master Personnel Records.