DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY 
BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF NAVAL RECORDS 
701 S. COURTHOUSE ROAD, SUITE 1001 
ARLINGTON, VA 22204-2490 
Docket No. 8641-15 
MAR 23 2017 

Dear

This is in reference to your application for correction of your naval record pursuant to the provisions of 10 use 1552. 

A three-member panel of the Board for Correction ofNaval Records, sitting in executive session, considered your application on 13 March 2017. Your allegations of error and injustice were reviewed in accordance with administrative regulations and procedures applicable to the proceedings of this Board. Documentary material considered by the Board consisted of your application, together with all material submitted in support thereof, your naval record and applicable statutes, regulations and policies. The advisory opinion provided by HQMC memo [REDACTED], was sent to you on 4 January 2017 for an opportunity to comment prior to being considered by the Board. A copy of this advisory opinion is again enclosed. After the 30 day period for comment expired without a response, the case was presented to the Board. 
After careful and conscientious consideration ofthe entire record, the Board found that the evidence submitted was insufficient to establish the existence of probable material error or injustice. In this connection, the Board substantially concurred with the comments contained in the advisory opinion. Unfortunately, there was nothing in your record to indicate that you were not qualified for a promotion. In fact, there are statements from your command that read otherwise, i.e., "He has demonstrated his ability to remain sober and be a highly functioning and productive SNCO", and "Excellent potential for advancement and can handle assignments of increased responsibility". There is no indication that you were unfairly passed over for promotion. Accordingly, your application has been denied. The names and votes of the members of the panel will be furnished upon request. 

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 of new and material evidence within one year from the date ofthe Board's decision. New evidence is evidence not previously considered by the Board prior to making its decision in your case. In this regard, it is important to keep in mind that a presumption of 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