Are you able to get your veterans benifts back....?
2007-07-24 13:22:28 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics & Government ➔ Law Enforcement & Police
yes, most definitely...go in and register with your local VA clinic and tell them the situation and they will work with you!
2007-07-24 13:27:02 · answer #1 · answered by Jeremy J 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The only VA benefit you lose is your GI Bill education benefits. You are eligible for all other VA programs.
And, the VA CANNOT upgrade a discharge. The only way to upgrade a discharge is by applying to the Discharge Review Board of the respective military branch.
An upgrade is far from automatic.
2007-07-24 21:09:15 · answer #2 · answered by Mr Placid 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You haven't lost any veterans' benefits with a general discharge. All you have lost is the right to wear an Honorable Discharge pin in your lapel.
2007-07-24 20:25:43 · answer #3 · answered by desertviking_00 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes, there are ways to do this. One way is to join your local Veterans Organization have them to do it, or you can file your DD214 and VA Form 21-4138 and request an upgrade with the Department of Veterans Affairs yourself.
2007-07-24 20:40:25 · answer #4 · answered by Mr. Frank 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A general discharge Is USUALLY under HONORABLE CONDITIONS,you should be able to access your benefits
2007-07-24 20:29:36 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you are able to get your discharge upgraded to "Honorable" you have the full benefit package.
2007-07-24 21:48:19 · answer #6 · answered by Wraith95 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋