In 1982 when I was in the army I was discharge (under honorable) because 2 articles in one month. One article was for been positive in a drug test and the other one for disobeying to a non officer (staff sargent). after leaving the miltary me records is perfect and I have been an excellent citizen. perfect credit and work history. After changing the discharge do I'll be able to apply for a goverment job?
2007-06-19 15:41:32 · 17 answers · asked by R H 2 in Politics & Government ➔ Military
A request for a review of discharge must be submitted within 15 years of discharge. (DODI 1332.28)
You can review the regulation and the form (DD Form 293) at http://www.dtic.mil/whs/directives/infomgt/forms/forminfo/forminfopage63.html (The "Issuances" link brings up the regulation)
2007-06-19 15:58:32 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 1⤋
I know 2 Marines that got kicked out of the Marine Corps for misconduct. Well, I know 2 well, seen a few others. But anyway, they appealed as soon as they seperated, but don't expect an answer that fast. Generally, with the right recommendations (like your old CO signing an approval of an upgrade) you can eventually upgrade your discharge 1 up, which for you is honorable I believe. You should still qualify for certain VA benifits but I couldn't specify which ones you can and can't receive yet. Remember, before submitting a package for an upgrade, hir a lawyer or someone who's experienced with it. Do some volunteer work for a few months, like 10 hours a week. It won't hurt and in the meantime don't do anything that could get you in more trouble!! Show them at the VA that you are an improved person, and a productive member of society today. Good luck
2016-04-01 06:31:29 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You don't. The Army made sure, and was correct, that they gave you the correct discharge. You were told what the rules were everyday while in the military. You chose to do whatever you wanted to do, broke the rules and got busted. They even told you what would happen to you in boot camp and later if you did get in enough trouble to get discharged. You just want the same benefits the rest of us have. GI Bill, VA home loans, government jobs, regular real jobs. Well you kissed all that good bye back in 1982 for popping postive and being a puck with someone senior to you. That is your life now, sorry but no way of changing things that would actually work.
2007-06-19 16:56:50 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
I think you are trying to say you have a General Discharge Under Honorable Conditions.
I'm sure it is doable. I just don't remember how. Call the Senior Enlisted Adviser at the base nearest you and ask him or her. That could also be the Base Sergeant Major and the Navy would be some Master Chief Petty Officer.
I'm sure you can petition some one for a review and if memory serves me it is any time after a year.
Good luck.
2007-06-19 15:52:20 · answer #4 · answered by gimpalomg 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't think it can be done through normal channels. You can look into that. The situation you are in is certainly not uncommon, and I have known a number of people that have tried to get their discharge status changed. One got it done, but he had the support of a Senator, two congressmen, and the governor of the state. It took like three years, and he got his discharge changed from dishonorable to Medical. He was ticked off because he was seeking an Honorable, I was shown the response he got back, and it was noted as being carbon copied to all the politicians; "Your request for review has been granted, and your discharge status has been given extreme latitude in the interpretation of stated facts. This matter is closed. Further request will not be considered beyond reviewing your status and reinstating it as it was originally issued."
Good Luck!
2007-06-19 16:06:56 · answer #5 · answered by Blitzpup 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Join the Marines, they are taking problem children.
And they make em into men, Tell them you want to serve then don't start having a hissy when they send you to iraq.
Odd are you will not even get a ding and come back.
With a great discharge and have a new high ground which will get you into any government job.
Keep the faith!
Good luck!
P.S. I was a screw up too until I grew up with some help of Uncle Sam. Also take some initiative and go to college, you will get pretty far with some good education and in some part sof the country - being a military wash out and drug user gets you points (San Fran)
So don't sweat it, find where you fit in just like you are - whenever that is.
Peace out!
2007-06-19 15:48:56 · answer #6 · answered by Lyrad 3 · 1⤊ 4⤋
If you contact your local VA and indicate that you wish to apply for a discharge upgrade, they'll mail you the necessary forms. However, I can't speak intelligently about how likely it is that your discharge will be upgraded.
2007-06-19 19:16:27 · answer #7 · answered by hbomb8404 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Oh,yea. Yoiu can change a discharge from general to honorable just like that!
24 years Later???????
Pardon me if I die laughing.
It can be done,but be prepared to do some bullshitting like you never did before.
2007-06-19 15:49:59 · answer #8 · answered by Barry auh2o 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
you must prove that the discharge code was give IN ERROR. if you can't, it won't be upgarded. the chances of a drug related discharge being upgraded is about Nil.
2007-06-20 03:50:46 · answer #9 · answered by Mrsjvb 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you cannot change the status of your discharge. only the military has the power to do that.
if you tested postive for drugs then i highly doubt it can, and will be changed. that's your fu.ck up, not theirs.
2007-06-19 16:14:50 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋