Military Discharge Types Defined
A military discharge characterization of service is a designation assigned to a service member upon separation. The characterization is based on the service member’s performance while in the military.
The Importance of an Honorable Discharge
We speak with many veterans who are seeking an honorable discharge. There is a myriad of reasons why people want an honorable discharge. However, a recurrent theme is that the veteran seeks to reclaim their honor, integrity, and good name. Skeptics believe that a veteran wants to change their unfavorably characterized discharge mainly because the veteran intends to collect benefits.
Will the Military Automatically Upgrade My Discharge?
One of the most common urban legends in the military is that a negative service characterization or discharge will be upgraded after six months. Throughout the 15 years that I have been practicing military law, I have heard this idea repeatedly.
Will the Military Automatically Upgrade My Discharge?
One of the most common urban legends throughout the military is that a negative service characterization or discharge will be upgraded after six months. Throughout the last decade and a half that I have been practicing military law, I have heard this idea repeated many times.
The Importance of an Honorable Discharge
We speak with many veterans who are seeking an honorable discharge. There are many reasons why people want an honorable discharge, but a recurrent theme is that the veteran wants to reclaim their honor, integrity, and good name.
Military Discharge Types Defined
Military discharge types characterize service assigned to a service member when separated from the military. This characterization is a “discharge”. A military discharge usually falls into one of six categories:
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Honorable Discharge
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General Discharge – Under Honorable Conditions
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Other Than Honorable Discharge
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Bad Conduct Discharge
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Dishonorable Discharge
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Uncharacterized Discharge
