RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS


IN THE MATTER OF:	DOCKET NUMBER:  BC-2013-03529
		COUNSEL:  NONE
		HEARING DESIRED:  NO

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APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:

Her entry level separation be changed to general (under honorable conditions).
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APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT:

She believes her discharge should reflect the correct character of her service which is general (under honorable conditions).

In support of the applicant’s appeal, she provides a signed and unsigned copy of her DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty.

The applicant’s complete submission, with attachments, is at Exhibit A.
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STATEMENT OF FACTS:

The applicant enlisted in the Regular Air Force on 31 January 1996.

The applicant was notified by her commander of her intent to recommend that she be discharged from the Air Force under the provisions of AFI 36-3208 (Entry 
Level Performance and Conduct).  The specific reason is that on 19 June 1996, the applicant was diagnosed as having an adjustment disorder so severe that 
her ability to function effectively in the military environment was significantly impaired.  A Community Mental Health Service report reflects the 
applicant was seen for depression.  She reported experiencing depression and anxiety and desired to be discharged from the military.  It was reported that 
she had been released from one service school due to her inability to meet course standards.  Additionally, she reported experiencing similar difficulty 
with testing anxiety and preoccupation with financial and family stressors.  It was recommended the applicant be separated from the Air Force.

She was advised of her rights in this matter and waived her right to consult with counsel and elected to waive her right to submit a statement on her own 
behalf.  In a legal review of the case file, the 81st TRW/JA found the case legally sufficient and recommended discharge.  The discharge authority 
concurred with the recommendation and directed the applicant be discharged.  The applicant was discharged on 29 August 1996 with an entry level separation.
She served 6 months and 29 days on active duty.

The applicant provided additional documentation indicating while she was in the Air Force her father was terminally ill.  She wanted to be out of the Air 
Force to care for her father.  She further states she loves her country and desires her record changed (Exhibit C).
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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 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 an error or injustice.  We took notice of the applicant’s complete 
submission in judging the merits of the case; however, we find no evidence of an error or injustice that occurred in the discharge processing.  Based on 
the available evidence of record, it appears the discharge was consistent with the substantive requirements of the governing instructions and within the 
commander’s discretionary authority.  Therefore, in the absence of evidence to the contrary we find not basis to recommend granting the relief sought in 
this application.
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THE BOARD DETERMINES THAT:

The applicant be notified the evidence presented did not demonstrate the existence of an error or injustice; the application was denied without a personal 
appearance; and 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 AFBCMR Docket Number BC-2013-03529 in Executive Session on 22 May 2014, under the provisions of AFI 36-2603:


The following documentary evidence was considered:

   Exhibit A.  DD Form 149, dated 19 July 2013, w/atchs.
   Exhibit B.  DD Form 214, DD Form 215 and Discharge Package.
   Exhibit C.  Letter, Applicant, dated 18 April 2014.
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