I agree with Mr. Schenk. So much of the discharge upgrade process is very fact specific. Factors such as the charges you were facing, the facts and...

How can the army chapter him

I agree with Mr. Cassara. In today's military, it is quite common for the chain of command to separate a Soldier for a DWI. If your son is...

According to AR 635-200, para. 1-13, "When a Soldier is to be discharged under other than honorable conditions, the separation authority will...

I agree with my colleague. The general rule is that the action taken against you for some type of behavior is not permissible on an NCOER. For...

Military DUI off base on golf cart in residential area.

Whether or not you are required to report it to anyone in your chain of command depends a lot on your rank, unit, and branch of service. Definitely...

While an attorney is not required to request an upgrade to your discharge, there are some advantages to hiring an attorney experienced in...

I agree with all of my colleagues. In today's military, the chain of command is often looking for ways to eliminate "problem" soldiers. Consider...

I agree with Mr. Sweet's advice. Additionally, when an officer is recommended for elimination based solely on substandard performance, your...

Would I have to stay in the IRR or active reserves? How much time of notice does HRC normally gives officer to be out?

I agree with my colleagues. Since you are being separated for misconduct, you likely will not be put in the IRR or active reserves. As for...

Military discharge concern. Was I supposed to receive an honorable discharge instead of an uncharacterized discharge?

This one took some research. Bottom line - you may be eligible for an upgrade. AR 135-178 governs separations from the Reserve Component. ...

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