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I realize this is not a great question to ask, but I'd like to get an opinion on this. I am going to sign a contract to enlist in the US Army next week. My ship date is for late March. Can you tell me or point me in the direction of the rules/regulations which can give me the grounds for getting out of this contract if something should happen to me? If I am injured or if I have a death in my family or something that happens during the next 4 months. It is a long time and I'd like to know if I have any options should something happen. I thank you for your time.
Once you DEP in to the Army, there is is nothing that can make you ship to training. If you injur yourself, they wont ship you anyways. But if you change your mind, they will do anything they can to make you fulfill your contract, but they cant make you, this is still an all volunteer Army. Once you ship, you belong to them. But don't sign if you are having second thoughts, wait until you know you are sure.
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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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