NAME E-3 CURRENT DD-214 Under Honorable Conditions, COMDTINST Ml000.4, ART 1-B-17, JKQ, Misconduct, RE4 RELIEF REQUESTED Honorable RELIEF GRANTED BYDRB None ADMIN CORRECTIONS None TIS 2 yrs, 6 months, 27 days Policy Implications None EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: The applicant was discharged for Misconduct due to Commission of a Serious Offense in late 2014. The Board finds no issues with propriety or equity in this case. The applicant went AWOL into deserter status before reporting back to the appointed place of duty. The applicant was notified of the intent to discharge, and the applicant was advised of the right to an attorney. The applicant waived making a statement on their behalf and did not object to the discharge. The Board notes the mental health issues mentioned by the applicant; The Coast Guard was closely monitoring the applicant while in service awaiting follow up counseling (that was scheduled) just prior to the start of the AWOL status. Propriety: Discharge was proper. Equity: Discharge was equitable. Final Adjudication By Assistant Commandant for Human Resources: Concur with Board. No relief.