RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2014-02718 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His Reentry (RE) code be changed from “2C” to a code that would allow him to join the Air National Guard (ANG). APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT: The reason for his separation no longer exists and he would like to be granted the opportunity to fulfill his commitment to his country. He received an Entry Level Separation on 17 Jan 14 while still in Technical Training. The reason for his separation was that his Uncle, for whom he was very close to, was fighting cancer and was due to have surgery. His Uncle was not expected to make it through surgery and he would not have another opportunity to say goodbye. He requested emergency leave; however, it was denied. Being upset, he looked for a counselor on base that he could talk to about his options. At the Trainee Health Clinic, after a long discussion, his counselor asked if he wanted to separate so that he could be back with his Uncle. He said “yes” and the counselor wrote a letter of recommendation to his commander, recommending him for separation. His commander approved his separation and he began out-processing. In a rush to get home, he signed all of his paperwork without really reading the fact that it stated “for medical reasons”. This fact was never discussed. Within the separation packet he received on the day he separated, it said “from mental health clinic” which is false. He was never seen or requested to be seen by mental health. Mental health is a separate department from Trainee Health. He believes the separation should have been characterized as “Hardship”. Looking back, he does not regret his decision, but does feel the loss of an excellent opportunity. In support of his request, the applicant provided a personal letter detailing his situation, copies of his Technical Training Records and a copy of his Air Force Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps (AF JROTC) Certificate. The applicant’s complete submission, with attachments, is at Exhibit A. STATEMENT OF FACTS: The applicant initially entered the Regular Air Force on 6 Aug 13. On 7 Jan 14, the Mental Health Clinic diagnosed the applicant with an Adjustment Disorder with Mixed Anxiety and Depressed Mood. They stated that this condition is of such severity that it significantly impairs the applicant’s ability to function effectively in a military environment. On 10 Jan 14, the applicant was notified by his commander he was being recommended for an entry level separation based on a mental disorder in accordance with AFI 36-3208, Administrative Separation of Airmen, Chapter 5, paragraph 5.11.9.3. On 14 Jan 14, the applicant consulted legal counsel and waived his right to submit statements on his behalf. On 15 Jan 14, the Staff Judge Advocate reviewed the discharge case and found it legally sufficient. On 16 Jan 14, the discharge authority approved the applicant for an entry level separation and determined that probation and rehabilitation was not appropriate in this case. On 17 Jan 14, the applicant was furnished an Uncharacterized discharge, and was credited with 5 months and 12 days of active service. The applicant’s DD Form 214 reflects a RE code of “2C”. The remaining relevant facts pertaining to this application are contained in the memorandums prepared by the Air Force offices of primary responsibility (OPR), which are attached at Exhibits C and D. AIR FORCE EVALUATION: AFPC/DPSOA recommends denial indicating there is no evidence of an error or an injustice. The RE code “2C” is required based on the entry level separation with an Uncharacterized character of service and the applicant does not provide any evidence of an error or injustice in reference to his RE code, but wants to reenter the military. A complete copy of the AFPC/DPSOA evaluation is at Exhibit C. HQ AETC/SGPS recommends denial indicating there is no evidence of an error or an injustice. Based on the documentation on file in the applicant’s records, they find the separation was done in accordance with established policy and administrative procedures. A complete copy of the HQ AETC/SGPS evaluation is at Exhibit D. APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION: Copies of the Air Force evaluations were forwarded to the applicant on 14 Nov 14 for review and comment within 30 days (Exhibit E). 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 timely filed. 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 recommendations of the Air Force offices of primary responsibility (OPR) and adopt their 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-2014-02718 in Executive Session on 5 May 15 under the provisions of AFI 36-2603: , Panel Chair , Member , Member The following documentary evidence pertaining AFBCMR Docket Number BC-2014-02718 was considered: Exhibit A. DD Form 149, dated 30 Jun 14, w/atchs. Exhibit B. Applicant's Master Personnel Records. Exhibit C. Memorandum, AFPC/DPSOA, dated 30 Jul 14. Exhibit D. Memorandum, HQ AETC/SGPS, dated 27 Aug 14 Exhibit E. Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 14 Nov 14.