DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY 
BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF NAVAL RECORDS 
701 S. COURTHOUSE ROAD, SUITE 1001 
ARLINGTON, VA 22204-2490 

Docket No: 5023-17 
OCT 2 0 2017 

Dear

This is in reference to your application for correction of your naval record pursuant to the provisions of title 10 of the United States Code, section 1552.
 
The Board found it in the interest ofjustice to waive the statute of limitations and consider your application on its merits. A three-member panel of the Board for Correction ofNaval Records, sitting in executive session, considered your application on 14 July 2017. The names and votes of the members of the 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 of this Board. Documentary material considered by the Board consisted of your application, together with all material submitted in support thereof, relevant portions of your naval record, and applicable statutes, regulations, and policies. 

Regarding your request for a personal appearance, the Board determined that a personal appearance with or without counsel will not materially add to their understanding of the issue(s) involved. Therefore, the Board determined that a personal appearance was not necessary and considered your case based on the evidence of record. 

You enlisted in the Marine Corps and began a period of active duty on l December 2014. On 18 December 2014, you were diagnosed with adjustment disorder after expressing a depressed mood during a medical visit. This condition is not a disability but was considered a disqualifying factor for continued military service. Subsequently, on 23 December 20 14, you were recommended for administrative separation. On 2 January 2015, you were discharged with an entry level separation, an uncharacterized character of service, a narrative reason for separation of condition, not a disability, and a reentry code ofRE-3P. 

After careful and conscientious consideration ofthe entire record, The Board found the evidence submitted was insufficient to establish the existence ofprobable material or injustice. The Board considered your request for a change to your reentry code to RE-1 and whether a change to your separation reason of condition, not a disability was warranted based on your personal situation preceding recruit training. The Board determined that the information you provided does not support overturning your diagnosis made during recruit training and that both your narrative reason for separation and reentry code were properly assigned. Additionally, you currently hold a waivable reentry code that does not preclude you from seeking reenlistment. Accordingly, your application has been denied. 

It is regretted that the circumstances of your case are such that favorable action carmot be taken at this time. You are entitled to have the Board reconsider its decision upon the submission of new and material evidence. New evidence is evidence not previously considered by the Board. 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 ofan official naval record, the burden is on the applicant to demonstrate the existence ofprobable material error or injustice. 

Sincerely, 

Executive Director