UNITED STATES COAST GUARD DISCHARGE REVIEW BOARD Docket #: 2019-013 
Discharge Issued Character: Under Honorable Conditions Narrative Reason: Misconduct SPD/RE Code: JKK/RE4 
Authority of Discharge: COMDTINST Ml000.4 Art. 1.B.17 
Date of Separation: 9/11/2018 
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: 
The applicant was discharged for Misconduct due to Involvement with Drugs in September 2018. 
The applicant tested positive for illegal drug use in which the command determined it to be a drug incident. The applicant was then processed for discharge. 
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 waived making a statement on their behalf and did not object to the discharge. 
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. 
RECOMMENDATION: The Board members thoroughly reviewed the applicant's record of service and all available documentation. The Board deemed that the applicant's reason for separation and reenlistment code are appropriate and should not be changed. The applicant has not substantiated any error or inequity. 
Propriety: Discharge was proper. Equity: Discharge was equitable Board Conclusion: recommend no relief. 
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.