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A military discharge is more than a piece of paper. It holds the power to shape a veteran’s future. For those seeking an upgrade, the process provides a profound opportunity to reclaim dignity, honor and access to benefits. A well-prepared case can change lives, but...
Our nation’s service members are essential to protecting our way of life, democracy and constitutional rights. They deserve the gratitude of United States citizens and the global community. And, as a service member, you understand the risk your duty entails and that...
Service members play a crucial role in upholding integrity within the military. When they witness misconduct, fraud or violations of regulations, they have the right to report it. However, whistleblowers often face retaliation. U.S. law provides protections to ensure...
People join the United States military as a way to support their country and learn valuable skills. Most individuals who join don’t think that they’re going to be discharged before their contracted time is over; however, there are some instances in which they might be...
A dishonorable discharge from the military can happen for many reasons. For example, you may have been accused of desertion or refusing to follow legal orders. There could be allegations of criminal conduct, such as sexual assault or manslaughter. In some cases, a...
There are three main types of discharges from the military. The first is an honorable discharge, such as when someone voluntarily retires after serving their term in the military. There’s no issue with their record. However, other individuals may face a dishonorable...
The Board of Corrections for Military Records (BCMR) is very important for making alterations or corrections to military records. The board may be made up of civilians. For instance, the Coast Guard has a BCMR that is part of the Department of Homeland Security, but...
If you are in the military you may be subjected to random drug tests. If the results test positive for illegal substances, you could face serious problems. While you can probably understand why members of the armed forces need to be free from illicit drugs, not...
Most veterans receive honorable discharges, which allow access to the full range of benefits available to former service members. However, others receive an Other Than Honorable (OTH) discharge, which can limit or deny their access to many veteran benefits, including...
We recently discussed what it means to be Absent Without Leave (AWOL). This typically refers to a situation where a member of the armed forces fails to report for duty or leaves a station where they were ordered to remain. For instance, if someone is put on guard duty...