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Expert: - 2/25/2009


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I am 25 years old and I joined th Navy 25JUL01. I received an other then honorable discharge with a discharge code HKA (pattern of misconduct) on 19AUG03. I have grown up since the and I can't afford a lawyer, my question to you is, Can I serve my country one more time. I truly believe I deserve a second chance, rather then struggle for the rest of my life. I really want ad need this.

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Not with an OTH as yuor discharge service.  You have to have it upgraded.  Go to www,va.gov and there is a link to show you how,  Then you can apply for a waiver with the Army only.  No other branch will touch you.  Even if you do not join another branch, I would try to get it upgraded.

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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.

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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.

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Recruiters course and advanced courses in recruiting

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Top recruiter in district for FY 2008. Nominated for recruiter of the year for 2010.

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