RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS

IN THE MATTER OF:	DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2013-00798
		COUNSEL: NONE
		HEARING DESIRED: NO

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APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:

His Reentry (RE) code 4A, which denotes “Separated for Hardship 
or Dependency Reason” be changed to a code that will allow him 
to serve on active duty or in the reserves.

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APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT:

The hardships that existed in 2005 are no longer valid.  His 
inability to obtain a Career Job Reservation (CJR) for 
reenlistment no longer applies.  No financial hardship exists 
that would prevent him from serving in any branch of the Armed 
Forces.

The applicant did not provide any documentation in support of 
his request. 

The applicant's complete submission is at Exhibit A.

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STATEMENT OF FACTS:

On 6 Jun 02, the applicant enlisted in the Regular Air Force.  
He served three years, six months and two days of active 
service. 

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AIR FORCE EVALUATION:

AFPC/DPSOA recommends denial.  DPSOA states that RE code 4A was 
written for members who separate under hardship or dependency 
provisions.  

DPSOA notes that an individual’s health may change or previous 
circumstances may cease to exist completely.  However, a review 
of the hardship circumstances by Recruiting Service to make an 
educated decision on reentry through a waiver process would be 
more appropriate than circumventing the reason for the RE code.  
Each service determines what conditions they will and will not 
waive.

DPSOA states that there is no evidence of an error or injustice, 
as RE code 4A is appropriate and required in accordance with AFI 
36-2606, Reenlistment in the United States Air Force.

The complete DPSOA evaluation is at Exhibit C.

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APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION:

A copy of the Air Force evaluation was forwarded to the 
applicant on 22 Mar 13, for review and comment within 30 days 
(Exhibit D).  As of this date, this office has not received a 
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 error or injustice.  After 
thoroughly reviewing the evidence of record and noting the applicant’s contentions, we are not persuaded that he has been 
the victim of an error or injustice.  Therefore, we agree with the opinion and recommendation of the Air Force office of 
primary responsibility and adopt its rationale as the basis for our conclusion that the applicant has not been the victim of an 
error or in justice.  In view of the above and in the absence of evidence to the contrary, we find no basis to recommend granting 
the relief sought in this application.  
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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 Docket Number BC-2013-00798 in Executive Session on 29 Oct 13, under the provisions of AFI 36-2603:

				Panel Chair
				Member
				Member

The following documentary evidence was considered:

    Exhibit A.  DD Form 149, dated 9 Feb 13.
    Exhibit B.  Applicant’s Available Master Personnel Record.
    Exhibit C.  Letter, AFPC/DPSOA, dated 18 Mar 13.
    Exhibit D.  Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 22 Mar 13.
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