To upgrade a bad conduct discharge, you can apply for a discharge review through the appropriate military branch’s Discharge Review Board (DRB) or the Board for Correction of Military Records (BCMR). This process typically involves submitting a formal application that includes supporting documentation, such as evidence of rehabilitation or character references. It's essential to demonstrate that the discharge was unjust or that you have made significant positive changes since the discharge. Consulting with a legal advisor or veterans’ organization can also be helpful in navigating this process.
A Dishonorable Discharge is the the worst fate conceivable.
Choose not to re-enlist (honorable discharge), bad conduct discharge, hardship discharge, medical discharge, die.
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It was formerly known as a "Bad Conduct Discharge" and ranks just above a Dishonorable Discharge.
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In dishonorable discharge, you lose your veteran benefits, cannot reenlist, and are often treated as a felon. In bad conduct discharges, you lose your veteran benefits, cannot reenlist, and are often treated as a felon, but you retain your honor.
General or Special
General or Special
A service member discharged pursuant to an approved sentence of a general or special court-martial will typically receive a dishonorable discharge or a bad conduct discharge, depending on the severity of the offense. A dishonorable discharge is reserved for the most serious offenses, while a bad conduct discharge may result from less severe violations. Both types of discharge indicate that the individual has engaged in misconduct and can have significant implications for future employment and benefits.
Not actually, a bad conduct discharge...He ain't so tough, he went AWOL....
Individuals with a bad conduct discharge (BCD) from the military generally lose certain veteran benefits, including burial rights in a national cemetery. However, eligibility can vary depending on specific circumstances, such as the nature of the discharge and the veteran's overall service record. It's advisable for individuals to contact the Department of Veterans Affairs or a legal expert for guidance on their specific situation.
A Bad Conduct Discharge, as opposed to a Dishonorable Discharge, is considered a separation under conditions Other Than Honorable. With an OTH discharge, the Department of Veterans Affairs makes the determination as to whether the OTH was based on conditions which would result in the forfeit of any or all VA benefits. The more serious offenses, such as desertion, mutiny, spying, etc., will result in loss of all benefits.