He's 19 years old. He does have some Misdemeanors on his Criminal record (stuff like Curfew Violation and Alcohol Consumption by a Minor) but no Felonies. He just wants to make something of himself and he knows the United States Military is the First Step. So my quiestion is, will he be able to Join the Navy?
2007-10-03 01:56:08 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics & Government ➔ Military
I believe he can get waivers for the misdemeanor charges. I am unsure if the Navy will accept a GED, but I think they will.
At this point in time the military will overlook a lot of things that used to keep you out. He needs to go talk to a recruiter to find out what he actually needs to do.
As a former Marine, even I recommend the Navy for educational purposes. They have some of the best training in the world for "real world" jobs.
2007-10-03 02:02:29 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 2⤋
I may be misreading but first, the SEALs aren't Army, they're USN special forces. I'm not a SEAL but I've done quite a bit of research on most of the military. All I can really tell you is that you have to REALLY want it. If you just want to be the guy who has the awesome medals, and walks into a bar and everyone says "Woah, don't mess with that guy, he's a SEAL" then you won't make it the first week. You have to ask yourself why you want it, and how much you want it. Spend awhile in an icy bathtub and ask yourself if you're willing to go through this a lot in order to obtain to your ultimate goal. My last bit of advice, don't think of failure. I've known some guys joining different branches of the military who before they even arrive at their training, they've already messed themselves up with the facts and statistics of who's failed and how many have failed. If this is really what you want, go in and do it. When you're a bit older talk to a recruiter and they'll give you information (because you don't just join and be a seal, there is Navy basic training first as far as I know)
2016-05-19 22:03:36 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
does he have a GED? With a GED and a minimum 50 score on the ASVAB he might get in. without a GED, no chance at all.. he must have at the bare minimum that. this is across the board for ALL Branches.. no GED or HS diploma, no enlisting. he will also need waivers for the criminal record. The Navy will be less wont to waive anything, unless he smokes the ASVAB.. by that I mean get at least a 90 on it.
the Army, however, will be more willing to work with him because they take more GED holders overall and are also waiving more standards for enlistment.
2007-10-03 03:38:04 · answer #3 · answered by Mrsjvb 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
He will have to get his G.E.D. which can be done easily enough. Have him talk to a recruiter to find out exactly what he needs to do. He may be able to start the process while working toward his G.E.D.
Also if the misdemeanor causes him any trouble you may want to look into the Army. The Army will except people who have felonies. A lot of people bag on the Army but it really is a wonderful life and it will straighten your son out in a few weeks if that is what's needed.
2007-10-03 02:07:20 · answer #4 · answered by briceandjack 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
No, no branch will take a drop out , including one with a criminal record no matter how minor the charges are . His best bet is to get a GED and then try the reserves . My daughter was in the Navy right out of high school and they are tough . I applaud the fact that he wanting to make something of himself , the first start is his education .. Good Luck and my prayers are with you and your son .
2007-10-03 02:06:32 · answer #5 · answered by vpsinbad50 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
he will have to get his GED. in my experience, with a close friend, the Marines were a better choice. My friend had some charges as well (that were a lil worse than those) and he ended up going into the Marines. He's done a 180, and it changed him in so many ways.....for the better. It like the commercials, he IS a Marine now. I would suggest the Marines for those who want to make their life better and make something of it. Its tought but it will make you, or break you. In this case it MADE him.
2007-10-03 02:47:33 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I believe he will at least have to get a GED, although truthfully, I'm not as sure about the criteria for acceptable recruits as I used to be, because the Armed Forces have to keep lowering the bar, in other words, they have to keep making it easier for those in society for whom "formal education holds no charms" (to put it as nicely as I can) to get a place in the military and let's face it: There isn't too great a need for Philosophy Majors in Baghdad right now. They need hard chargers and dirt eaters. Or, sushi eaters, in the case of the Navy (sorry, Im a Army vet, it's in our genes to make fun of the "squids" in their pretty white uniforms)
They have raised the age limit to 42 and are accepting convicted felons as recruits into the Army, so it is entirely possible the Armed Forces will take your son.
2007-10-03 02:18:01 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
He should talk to a recruiter. He can ask several question of any chance such as getting a GED. Also, he should discuss how to apply for waivers. If the incidents were under 18, he can have them waive. The issue will be what type of work because some navy jobs require security clearances.
I wish you and your son good luck.
2007-10-03 02:11:50 · answer #8 · answered by David_the_Great 7 · 2⤊ 1⤋
he needs his GED first. and yes he can join, just tons of paperwork to process. i know people with a criminal background that's in the navy. but be leery of the contracts
2007-10-03 04:09:01 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
here in Brazil when the person has to some writing in the criminal fiche it does not serve to enter exercises or navy.
2007-10-03 02:45:35 · answer #10 · answered by pedro paulo c 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋