ADDENDUM TO RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS

IN THE MATTER OF:	DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2011-03009

XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX	COUNSEL: NONE

	HEARING: YES

APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:

The applicant requests that the Board reconsider his request to change his reentry code to a code that will allow him to reenlist in the service.

RESUME OF THE CASE:

On 22 May 2012, the Board considered and denied the portion of the applicant’s request to change his reentry code for correction of military records, finding that the applicant had provided insufficient evidence of an error or injustice to justify relief.  For an accounting of the applicant’s original request and the rationale of the earlier decision, see the AFBCMR Letter and Record of Proceedings at Exhibit E.

On 3 October 2012, the applicant’s request for reconsideration was denied because he did not provide new and relevant evidence to support his appeal.  Therefore, it did not meet the criteria for reconsideration by the Board (Exhibit F).

On 19 May 2017, the applicant submitted a request for reconsideration.  He contends that at the time of his discharge, he was not given proper counseling or guidance to remain in the Air Force.  Since his discharge, he has obtained four college degrees and has several years of workforce, volunteer, and community service that would make him a valuable asset.  He would like the opportunity to serve his country again in the Air Force or in another branch of the service.

In support of his request for reconsideration, the applicant provides a personal statement, resume, college degrees, numerous certificates of achievement, several character statements, and a number of other documents not previously considered by the Board.  The various other documents that the applicant provides were previously considered by the Board.

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

AIR FORCE EVALUATION:

AFPC/DP2SSM recommends denying the application.  The applicant does not provide any evidence of an error in reference to his reentry code.  In accordance with AFI 36-2606, Reenlistment in the United States Air Force, the applicant received a reentry code 2C (Involuntarily separated with an honorable discharge; or entry level separation without characterization of service) based on his entry level separation with uncharacterized character of service.  If the applicant is medically cleared by a competent military medical authority, the reentry code 2C should be waived by recruiting services (component desiring his services) to allow reentry.  The complete advisory is at Exhibit H.

The AFBCMR Psychological Advisor recommends denying the application.  There was no evidence found to support a change in the reentry code and no evidence that the applicant did not have a mental health condition during or before his service.  The complete advisory is at Exhibit  I.

APPLICANT’S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION:

The Board sent a copy of the Air Force evaluation to the applicant on 22 August 2018 for comment (Exhibit J), and the applicant replied on 21 September 2018.  In his response, the applicant contended that he has earned 4 college degrees and is currently enrolled in the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program.  He would like a reentry code of either 2C or 3K; whichever code is more favorable if he has to explain his limited military service to potential employers.  The applicant’s complete response is at Exhibit K.

THE BOARD CONCLUDES THAT:

After reviewing all Exhibits, the Board remains unconvinced the evidence presented demonstrates an error or injustice and therefore finds no basis to recommend granting the requested relief.  Therefore, the Board recommends against correcting the applicant’s records.

The applicant has not shown that a personal appearance with or without counsel would materially add to the Board’s understanding of the issues involved.

THE BOARD RECOMMENDS THAT:

The applicant be informed the evidence did not demonstrate material error or injustice, and the application will only be reconsidered upon receipt of relevant evidence not already considered by the Board.

CERTIFICATION:

The following quorum of the Board, as defined in Air Force Instruction (AFI) 36-2603, Air Force Board for Correction of Military Records (AFBCMR), paragraph 1.5, considered Docket Number BC-2011-03009 in Executive Session on 18 October 2018:

All members voted not to correct the record.  The panel considered the following:

Exhibit E:	Record of Proceedings, w/ Exhibits A-D, dated 4 June 2012.
Exhibit F:	Letter, AFBCMR, w/atchs, dated 3 October 2012.
Exhibit G:	Application, DD Form 149, w/atchs, dated 19 May 2017.
Exhibit H:	Advisory opinion, AFPC/DP2SSM, dated 5 May 2017.
Exhibit I:	Advisory opinion, AFBCMR Psychological Advisor, dated 19 June 2018.
Exhibit J:	Notification of Advisory, SAF/MRBC to applicant, dated 22 August 2018.
Exhibit K:	Applicant’s response, dated 21 September 2018.

Taken together with all Exhibits, this document constitutes the true and complete Record of Proceedings required by AFI 36-2603, paragraph 4.11.9.