UNITED STATES COAST GUARD DISCHARGE REVIEW BOARD 
Docket #: 2017-038 

Discharge Issued 
Character: Honorable 
Narrative Reason: Misconduct 
SPD/RE Code: JKQ / RE4 

Authority of Discharge: COMDTINST M1000.4 Art 1.B.17 

Date of Separation: 6/13/2016 

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

New Authority: No Change 

Discharge Review Board Discussion and Decision: 

DISCUSSION: The applicant was separated due to Misconduct. 
The basis of the applicant’s discharge is from a Commission of a Serious Offense. The applicant received 
non-judicial punishment for being in an inappropriate relationship with another member of the unit. The 
applicant attempted to foster an unwanted personal relationship with a member after being counseled 
to strictly maintain a professional relationship. The applicant placed phone calls and sent text messages 
in spite of the requests not to do so. The persistent pursuit of the relationship created a negative 
working environment which led to the applicant’s inability to perform their official duties. Based on the 
preponderance of the evidence, the applicant did commit a serious offense. 
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 their rights to an attorney, and made a statement on their 
own behalf. The applicant did object to the discharge. 
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, reason for 
separation 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.