RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS

IN THE MATTER OF:	DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2014-03353 COUNSEL:	NONE
HEARING DESIRED:	YES

APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:
His Reenlistment Eligibility (RE) code of “2C” (Involuntarily separated with an honorable discharge; or entry level separation without characterization of service) be changed to allow reentry in the military.

APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT:
He would like a second chance at fulfilling his commitment to the Air Force and to himself. His family was going through a tough time when he went to basic military training which added to the stress that  he was already experiencing. He was momentarily weak and made a mistake.

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

STATEMENT OF FACTS:
The  applicant  initially  entered  the  Regular  Air  Force  on
10 Jul 12.
On 19 Jul 12, the applicant was notified by his commander of his intent to recommend his discharge for Mental Disorders. The specific reason for the action was that he was diagnosed by a psychiatrist as having mental disorders, which significantly impaired his ability to function effectively in the military environment.

On 19 Jul 12, the applicant acknowledged receipt of the action and waived his rights to consult with legal counsel or submit statements on his own behalf.

On 20 Jul 12, the action was found to be legally sufficient and the discharge authority concurred with the commander’s recommendation.

On 20 Jul 12, the applicant was furnished an entry level separation, with uncharacterized service, with a  narrative reason for separation of “Adjustment Disorder” and an RE Code of 2C.  He was credited with 11 days of total active service.

AIR FORCE EVALUATION:
AFPC/DPSOA recommends denial indicating there is no evidence of an error or an injustice. The reenlistment eligibility (RE) code 2C is required based on the applicant’s entry-level separation with uncharacterized service. Additionally, the applicant does not provide any evidence of an error or injustice to support an RE code change.

A complete copy of the AFPC/DPSOA evaluation is at Exhibit C.
The AFBCMR Clinical Mental Health Consultant recommends denial of the applicant’s request to change his RE code in order to allow for re-enlistment. The Clinical Mental Health Consultant states the applicant underwent voluntary psychiatric hospitalization, four days after entering basic training. He was hospitalized after stating he was having thoughts of hanging himself with his boot laces. During his hospitalization he reported feeling guilty for leaving his family as well as the desire to return home. Once it was clear he would be released from the military, he denied any further thoughts of self-harm. He was granted entry-level separation and left active duty.

A review of the available medical record reveals the applicant was diagnosed with adjustment disorder. The diagnosis is congruent with the patient’s presentation, history and written diagnostic guidelines of the time.

A complete copy of the AFBCMR Clinical Mental Health Consultant’s evaluation is at Exhibit D.

APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION:
Copies of the Air Force evaluations were forwarded to the applicant on 17 Nov 14 and 28 Oct 15, for review and comment within 30 days (Exhibit E). As of this date, a response has not 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.
1.	

3.	Insufficient relevant evidence has been presented to demonstrate the existence of error or injustice. We took notice of the applicant’s complete submission and do not find that it supports a determination that he was improperly separated from active duty. The RE code which was issued at the time of the applicant’s separation accurately reflects the circumstances of his separation and we do not find it to be in error or unjust. Therefore, we agree with the opinions and recommendations of the Air Force office of primary responsibility and AFBCMR Clinical Mental Health Consultant and conclude that the applicant has not been the victim of an error or injustice. Therefore, in the absence of persuasive evidence to the contrary, we find no basis to recommend granting the relief sought in this application.

4.	The applicant’s case is adequately documented and it has not been shown that a personal appearance with or without counsel will materially add to our understanding of the issues involved. Therefore, the request for a hearing is not favorably considered.

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-2014-03353 in Executive Session on 15 Dec 15, under the provisions of AFI 36-2603:

, Panel Chair
, Member
, Member
The following documentary evidence pertaining to AFBCMR Docket Number BC-2014-03353 was considered:

Exhibit A.	DD Form 149, dated 11 Aug 14, w/atchs. Exhibit B.	Applicant's Master Personnel Records. Exhibit C.	Memorandum, AFPC/DPSOA, dated 22 Sep 14. Exhibit D.	Memorandum, AFBCMR Clinical Mental Health
Consultant, dated 22 Oct 15.
Exhibit E.	Letters, SAF/MRBR, dated 17 Nov 14 and
28 Oct 15.