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QUESTION: I got a DUI last weekend and am slotted to graduate and commission Active Duty Army on 13DEC. I've been put on a leave of absence pending legal outcome.
What are the chances of my waiver being approved from Cadet Command and still being able to commission? My OIC (we're a partnership school) and PMS have both told me they'd endorse the waiver and send it up.
ANSWER: You will have a decent chance in my opinion. As long as your cadet record is good, but count on being being watched closely at the beginning of your career.
Good luck
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QUESTION: How long does it normally take for waivers to come back? My hearing's 12NOV, if it all get s settled on the 12th, will the waiver be back in time to commission with my class?
Waivers can take 30 minutes, they can take 30 days. There is no set criteria. Problem with a DUI, they can mandate classes and put you on probation. If probabtion happens, you will not get commssioned I am willing to bet until probation is done. I recommend you get a good lawyer and make a deal with the prosecuting attorney. If he knows your military plans, he may go easy on you (depending on how your DUI went down).
Good luck.
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John L
Expertise
I am a National Guard recruiter , been doing it for seven years and am a subject matter expert on qualifications for National Guard and I keep up to date on Regular Army regs and programs. I was in the Navy for 4 years and have 13 years in the Guard. I will not sugar coat my answers to you. They are usually short and to the point. If you need more in depth, ask me. Because each situation is different, alot of times you need to actually talk to a recruiter and let them evaluate your situation in person, by looking at your documents, issues etc. If I suggest this, it would be in your best interest to do so. Finally...thank you for your interest in serving this great nation of ours. Very few people can actually make the cut to serve let alone choose to do so. So thank you for wanting to and hopefully you will get a chance. Whatever branch you choose, thank you and good luck.
Experience
13 years Guard experince, combat missions and homeland missions. 7 years recruiting. I have been a platoon sergeant and squad leader. Mentor to new recruiters and recruits.
Education/Credentials
Recruiters course and advanced courses in recruiting
Awards and Honors
Top recruiter in district for FY 2008. Nominated for recruiter of the year for 2010.
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