UNITED STATES COAST GUARD DISCHARGE REVIEW BOARD 
Docket #: 2015-054 

Discharge Issued 
Character: General 
Narrative Reason: Discreditable nature with civil or military authorities 
SPD/RE Code: JKA / RE4 

Authority of Discharge: COMDTINST M1000.6A ART 12.B.18 

Date of Separation: 2/11/2009 

DRB Decision 
Character: No Change 
Narrative Reason: No Change 
SPD/RE Code: No Change / No Change 

New Authority: No Change 

Discharge Review Board Discussion and Decision: 

DISCUSSION: The applicant was discharged for Pattern of Misconduct. 
The applicant had a shipmate (with intent to mask or deceive results) take a paternity test for them to 
avoid parental responsibilities and further relations with a civilian. The applicant had a list of issues to 
include use of a CG workstation to engage in sexual and perverse content, insubordination, grooming 
and uniform issues, and disobeying general orders and regulations. Additionally, at Captain’s mast, the 
applicant challenged the offenses brought forth and demanded a Court Martial. All of the infractions 
occurred within a 7-month window. 
The Board finds no issues with propriety or equity in this case. 
The applicant was notified of the intent to discharge, and the applicant was advised of the right to an 
attorney. The applicant made a statement on his behalf. 

RECOMMENDATION: The Board members thoroughly reviewed the applicant’s record of service and all 
available documentation. The Board deemed that the applicant’s character of service and reenlistment 
code are appropriate and should not be changed. The applicant has not substantiated any error or 
inequity. 

2 In reviewing discharges, the Board presumes regularity in the conduct of governmental affairs unless there is 
substantial credible evidence (to include evidence submitted by the Applicant) to rebut the presumption.