AIR FORCE DISCHARGE REVIEW BOARD DECISIONAL DOCUMENT  
	CASE NUMBER

 FD-2016-00588	
					
GENERAL:  The applicant was discharged on 3 Jul 12 in accordance with AFI 36-3208 with a General discharge for Misconduct (Minor Infractions).  The applicant previously met a Discharge Review Board (DRB) in 2016 and his service characterization was upgraded to Honorable.  The applicant appealed for a change to his narrative reason and reenlistment eligibility code.  The board was conducted on 7 Sep 17.  

The applicant was offered a personal appearance before the DRB, but declined and requested the board be completed based on a records only review.  The applicant was not represented by counsel.   

The attached examiner’s brief (provided to applicant only), extracted from available service records, contains pertinent data regarding the circumstances and character of the applicant’s military service. 
  
FINDING:  The DRB voted unanimously to deny the applicant’s request to change his narrative reason and reenlistment eligibility code.  However, it voted to change his current reenlistment eligibility code from “N/A,” to “2C” so it is accurate based on the amended service characterization of Honorable.

DISCUSSION:  The DRB, under its responsibility to examine the propriety and equity of an applicant’s discharge, is authorized to change the characterization of service and the reason for discharge if such changes are warranted.  If applicable, the board can also change the applicant’s reenlistment eligibility code.  In reviewing discharges, the board presumes regularity in the conduct of governmental affairs unless there is substantial credible evidence to rebut the presumption, to include evidence submitted by the applicant.  The board completed a thorough review of the circumstances that led to the discharge and the discharge process to determine if the discharge met the pertinent standards of equity and propriety.  

The applicant’s record of service included:  one Letter of Reprimand and two Letters of Counseling.  His misconduct included sleeping in class and having a cell phone with him during the duty day (2x). 
 
The applicant requested a change to his narrative reason so he could enlist in the Army.  He contended his misconduct was minor and should not be an impediment to him serving his country.  

The board noted the applicant’s three incidents of misconduct all occurred in less than two months while he was in technical training.  The discharge package also indicated he failed multiple block tests and progress checks, and was washed back in training for failure to progress.  The DRB determined the narrative reason for his discharge was accurate, but noted his reenlistment eligibility code was “N/A,” but should be “2C” instead so it is accurate based on the amended service characterization of Honorable.
    
CONCLUSION:  The board found insufficient evidence of an inequity or impropriety that would warrant a change to the applicant’s narrative reason.  However, it determined his reenlistment eligibility code should be changed to “2C.” 

The DRB results were approved by the board president on 27 Sep 17.  If desired, the applicant can request a list of the board members and their votes by writing to:  SAF/MRBR (CITU), 550-C Street West, Suite 41, Randolph AFB, TX  78150-4743.
  
Attachment:
Examiner's Brief