DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY 
BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF NAVAL RECORDS 
701 S. COURTHOUSE ROAD, SUITE 1001 
ARLINGTON, VA 22204-2490 
Docket No: 1297-16 

Dear

This is in reference to your application for correction of your naval record pursuant to the provisions ofTitle 10, United States Code, Section 1552. 

A three-member panel of the Board for Correction ofNaval Records, sitting in executive session, considered your application on 4 November 2016. The names and votes ofthe members ofthe panel will be furnished upon request. Your allegations of error and injustice were reviewed in accordance with administrative regulations and procedures applicable to the proceedings ofthis Board. Documentary material considered by the Board consisted ofyour application, together with all material submitted in support thereof, your naval record, and applicable statutes, regulations, and policies. In addition, the Board considered the advisory opinion furnished by Headquarters Marine Corps (MMRP-13/PERB), dated 29 June 2016, a copy ofwhich was previously sent to you on 29 June 2016 2016. 

After careful consideration of the entire record, the Board found the evidence submitted was insufficient to establish the existence ofprobable material error or injustice. In this regard, the Board substantially concurred with the comments contained in the advisory opinion. Specifically, the Board agreed that you failed to substantiate your claim that the contested reports are not objective, accurate, and honest assessments of your efforts and accomplishments during the reporting periods. The Board also noted that you were awarded the Navy Marine Corps Medal after the end ofthe contested reporting period and that this award was properly documented on the following fitness report. Additionally, the Board concluded that the contested reports were administratively and procedurally correct as written and filed. Accordingly, your application has been denied. 

It is regretted that the circumstances of your case are such that favorable action cannot be taken. You are entitled to have the Board reconsider its decision upon submission ofnew and material evidence or other matters not previously considered by the Board within one year from the date of the Board's decision. In this regard, it is important to keep in mind that a presumption of EGA Docket No: 1297-16 
regularity attaches to all official records. Consequently, when applying for a correction of an official naval record, the burden is on the applicant to demonstrate the existence ofprobable material error or injustice. 

Sincerely, 

Executive Director