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QUESTION: My name is rob I'm 17 years old and have parental consent and want to join the usmc. The only problem that concerns me is i have a retail theft charge from last year and am awaiting charges for 1-dui- 1- underage 1- driving past curfew there may be another there all from the same accident ...no felonies ...I really want to get some college creds and my ged so i can leave for basic on sept 10th with my buddy is it possible??
ANSWER: Rob:

  First, you'll need to speak to a recruiter, but you will have some serious problems with this lengthy criminal background you've accumulated.  This will require several waivers to get you into the Marine Corps.  If you are going to do this, start now by talking to a recruiter and began working from there.  You also say you do not have a HS Diploma,which is another strike against you.  Your chances, quite frankly, are not very good.  But, talk to a recruiter anyway.  He will tell you for sure.

Best of luck,
Jason

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QUESTION: Thanks for your quick response. I have been talking to a recruiter but only for a short time we haven't had afull discussion yet. i had 2 things to ask more though.
1. Would I have abetter shot if I do an expiated online schooling to get my HS diploma.
2. I haven't actually been charged with those others yet can the marines do anything to help the courts ruling if I talk to them before I go to court???

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Rob:

  1.  Yes, you'd have a much better shot going in, if you already had the HS diploma, if you can do it on line, go for it!

 2.  Yes, but you have to be totally honest and upfront with the recruiter, that is the only way he'll be able to help you.  If you do that, you might stand a chance.  

Also, if you haven't done so already, go to www.leatherneck.com/forums , and sign up!  Lots of young folks such as yourself, poolees, and Marines associate there.  Some great information on this site, I highly encourage you to do that as well!

Best regards,
Jason

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Questions relating to US Marine Corps; rank, awards, uniforms, career choices. I can also help people spot and expose fakes (people pretending to be Marines or have awards they didn`t earn). Considering the Marines as a career? Or another branch, like the Air National Guard? Drop me a line. HOWever..know that I am NOT a recruiter. I can offer my expert opinion and advice, but can't (and won't) over rule what a recruiter says, they are the 'on duty' expert.

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Infantry Rifleman, MOS 0311: 3 years. Marine Barracks Security (Marine Barracks, Annapolis, Maryland(not Embassy Duty): 3 years. Parachutist: MOS 9962: Got my wings in August of 1984. Intelligence Specialist: MOS 0231 10 years working as an Intelligence Analyst with a Fixed Wing Fighter Squadron, Force Service Support Group, and at Headquarters, Marine Corps. Field Radio Operator: MOS 2531. Served as a Platoon Sergeant in a Communications Platoon assigned to MEU Service Support Group 24 (Special Operations Capable). Did a hitch in the Army reserves as an 11B (Infantryman), 3 years. Finished out my career in the Air National Guard as a BioEnvironmental Engineer MOS 4B3X1, did that for a few years. I"ve been collecting and selling Marine Corps and other military uniforms, medals, and field gear since I was 8 years old.

Organizations
United States Marine Corps Logistical Company.

Publications
I was an Editorial writer for Marine Corps Times from 1998-2000.

Education/Credentials
Extensive library of research materials relating to uniforms, medals, and equipment of the military and the Marine Corps. 22 College credits, Community College of the Air Force. Certified Historical Interpreter.

Awards and Honors
Kosovo Campaign Medal w/1 star Sea Service Deployment Ribbon with 4 stars. Numerous other unit awards. I was on duty on 9/11 at HQMC, near the Pentagon, and responded to that location to try and lend a hand if needed...

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United States Marine Corps Historical Company, Guardian Security and Investigations, lead Investigator for 'Stolen Valor' cases.

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