DRB DIGEST/EXECUTIVE SUMMARY DRB DOCKET 2013-
031
NAME

CURRENT DD-214
Under Honorable Conditions, COMDTNST MIOOO.4, ART I.B. 1 7, JKK, 
Misconduct, RE4
RELIEF 
REQUESTED
Honorable
RELIEF GRANTED 
BY DRB
None
ADMN
CORRECTIONS
None
TIS
3 yrs, 3 months, 16 days
Policy Implications
None
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
The applicant was discharged for Misconduct due to Involvement with Drugs.
The applicant was directed to provide a urine sample while at "A" school. The applicant deliberately tampered 
with the sample by masking it with water. Per procedure, the sample was sent to Fl. Meade to test the validity 
of the sample. The lab results showed the sample was not within the normal range of a urine sample. An 
invalid sample was considered to be a masked or intentionally altered sample in order to avoid a positive drug 
result. Additionally, the applicant admitted to these actions out of frustration.
In accordance with the CG Drug and Alcohol Abuse Program (COMDTNST M 1000.10), the testing policies 
and procedures were handled correctly by the Urinalysis coordinator and observer. The urinalysis ledger, 
testing procedure checklist and designation letters were verified for accuracy. The chain of custody with the 
applicant's specimen was executed flawlessly.
The Board finds no issues with propriety or equity in this case.
The applicant was notified of the intent to discharge. The applicant was advised of the rights to an attorney and 
to make a statement, but declined both options.
Coast Guard policy prescribes no higher than a General, Under Honorable Conditions character of service for 
individuals separated as a result of violating the Coast Guard's drug policy. The Coast Guard has zero 
tolerance for drug abuse. The General, Under Honorable Conditions discharge is equitable.
Propriety:	Discharge was proper.
Equity:	Discharge was equitable.
Final Adjudication by Assistant Commandant For Human Resources: No relief.