San Diego Assistance With Seeking a Correction to Your Military Discharge
After being discharged from the military, it is important that a military serviceman or woman ensure that their discharge is not going to complicate his or her future. Many organizations and potential employers may not understand the type of discharge that the military issued , seeing some as more negative than they really are. For example, an Other Than Honorable (OTH) administrative discharge may sound like a Bad Conduct Discharge (BCD) or a Dishonorable Discharge (DD), when the BCD and DD are sentences given as a result of a court-martial conviction. Efforts should be made to correct both OTH Discharge and General (Under Honorable Conditions) Discharges if there was an error or injustice. By seeking a discharge upgrade, you can have your military service records corrected to accurately reflect the quality of your service.
People who are out of the military have to hire their own private attorney to handle discharge upgrade issues. They get no government assistance. Even if an individual is still on active duty, they normally get very limited assistance from a judge advocate (JAG). That JAG is normally only going to consult on the matter, not personally prepare your petition or represent you at any hearings.
Experienced Discharge Upgrade Representation
At the Hahn Law Firm, former Army JAG Colonel Alan K. Hahn provides comprehensive and tailored representation to those seeking a discharge upgrade. His personal experience with the military, coupled with his professional experience seeking the change in discharge status, renders Mr. Hahn an exceptionally reliable advocate. He can advise you of your rights and options, and help you get the right records to make your case.
Discharge Upgrade - Frequently Asked Questions
Mr. Hahn can represent you at hearings in front of the Boards of Correction of Military Records and Discharge Review Boards.
- The Discharge Review Board can only change the discharge and the reason for separation.
- The Boards for Correction of Military Records can correct your other military records such as re-enlistment codes and can throw out records of non-judicial punishment (Article 15/NJP).
Seeking a discharge upgrade is a legal process that requires legal counsel. Many arguments are not made just about fairness, but about laws and legal standards not being met. Specialized knowledge is needed to assert your rights and obtain the correction of your record.
Free Consultation With a Lawyer
For a free initial consultation with the Hahn Law Firm in San Diego, California, call 866-791-5443 toll free or contact the firm online.
