DRB DIGEST/EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
DRB DOCKET 2016-037
NAME
CURRENT DD-214
RELIEF REQUESTED
RELIEF GRANTED
BY DRB
ADMIN
CORRECTIONS
TIS
Policy Implications

E4
Honorable, COMDTINST M1000.4, Art 1.B.17, JNC, RE4, Unacceptable Conduct
Change Narrative Reason for Separation
None
None

5 years, 10 months, 19 days
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
The Applicant was separated for Unacceptable Conduct August 2015.
The basis for his discharge was failure to successfully complete his six-month probationary period. Over a oneyear period, he demonstrated the inability to overcome his documented deficiencies in behavior and conduct,
and not complete the conditions set forth in his probation period.
The Board finds no issues with propriety or equity in this case. The Board carefully reviewed the current
petition and finds no error of fact on the basis to separate the Applicant from the service.
Despite the unacceptable behavior, the Board does not recommend a partial upgrade to reflect that the
Applicant’s troubles were from a hardship or performance-laden. The majority opinion (3-2) among the panel
is that the discharge to stand as issued.
Minority Board voted 2-3 that the totality of service is best characterized as “Unsatisfactory Performance”.
The Applicant was notified of the intent to discharge, and was advised of his rights to an attorney, and made a
statement on his behalf.
Propriety:
Discharge was proper.
Equity:
Discharge was equitable.
Board Conclusion: The Board voted 3-2 to recommend no relief.