RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS


IN THE MATTER OF: 	DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2014-00688

			COUNSEL:  NONE

			HEARING DESIRED:  NO 



APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:

His DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active 
Duty, be corrected to reflect the award of the Vermont 
Commendation Medal.



APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT:

He wishes to have an accurate recording of all medals received 
while serving in the military.

In support of his request, the applicant submits a copy of a 
citation for the award of the Vermont Commendation Medal.

The applicant’s complete submission, with attachments, is at 
Exhibit A.



STATEMENT OF FACTS:

The applicant initially entered the Regular Air Force on 1 Dec 
82.

On 10 Feb 88, the applicant was furnished an Honorable 
discharge, and was credited with 5 years, 2 months, and 10 days 
of active service.   

The applicant’s DD Form 214 reflects the following Air Force 
Medals and/or Ribbon:  Small Arms Expert Marksmanship Ribbon; 
Good Conduct Medal, Marine Corps; Air Force Longevity Service 
Ribbon; Air Reserve Forces Meritorious Service Ribbon; Air 
Defense Reserve Medal.

The remaining relevant facts pertaining to this application are 
contained in the memorandum prepared by the Air Force office of 
primary responsibility (OPR), which is attached at Exhibit C.    


AIR FORCE EVALUATION:

ARPC/DPTS recommends denial indicating there is no evidence of 
an error or an injustice.  In accordance with AFI 36-3202, 
Separation Documents, Table 4, rule 23 states, “do not include 
state/territory decorations or awards” on the DD Form 214.  

A complete copy of the ARPC/DPTS evaluation is at Exhibit C.



APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION:

A copy of the Air Force evaluation was forwarded to the 
applicant on 19 Sep 14 for review and comment within 30 days 
(Exhibit D).  As of this date, no response has been received by 
this office.



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 agree with the opinion and 
recommendation of the Air Force office of primary responsibility 
(OPR) and adopt its rationale as the basis for our conclusion 
the applicant has not been the victim of an error of injustice.  
Therefore, in the absence of evidence to the contrary, we find 
no basis to recommend granting the requested relief.



THE BOARD DETERMINES THAT:

The applicant be notified the evidence presented did not 
demonstrate the existence of material 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.


The following members of the Board considered AFBCMR Docket 
Number BC-2014-00688 in Executive Session on 10 Feb 15 under the 
provisions of AFI 36-2603:

	, Panel Chair
	, Member
	, Jr., Member

The following documentary evidence was considered:

	Exhibit A.  DD Form 149, dated 10 Feb 14, w/atchs.
	Exhibit B.  Applicant's Master Personnel Records.
	Exhibit C.  Memorandum, ARPC/DPTS, dated 26 May 14.
	Exhibit D.  Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 19 Sep 14.