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  2. Jun 9, 2023 · A dishonorable discharge is given to service members convicted of offenses that would be considered felonies in the civilian world, or of military offenses that warrant severe punishment.

  3. Jun 17, 2024 · There are a few reasons why someone might receive a Dishonorable Discharge, all of which involve crimes that are considered some of the most reprehensible a serviceperson can commit. For example, a person might be dishonorably discharged if they are Absent Without Leave, or AWOL, for over 30 days.

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  4. Feb 23, 2023 · A dishonorable discharge is a severe punishment that can have lifelong consequences. Military members who receive a dishonorable discharge have violated the Uniform Code of Military Justice and may face criminal charges in addition to their discharge.

    • Honorable Discharge. An honorable discharge is the most common type of military discharge. This discharge shows that a military member did not leave the service under dishonorable conditions, like bad conduct or committing a crime.
    • General Discharge. A general discharge is another form of military administrative discharge, but it is not counted the same as honorable. However, a general discharge isn’t a dishonorable discharge.
    • Entry-Level Separation. An entry-level separation (ELS) is not technically considered an honorable or dishonorable discharge but is a form of administrative discharge.
    • Medical Discharge. Medical discharges can happen for various reasons related to an injury, condition, or disability. In some cases, a medical discharge stems from a condition made worse through military service.
  5. A dishonorable discharge (DD) is a punitive discharge that can only be handed down at a general court-martial after conviction(s) of serious offenses (e.g., felony-like crimes such as desertion before an enemy, drug distribution, sexual assault, murder, etc.) by a military judge or panel (jury).

  6. Apr 5, 2024 · If a military service member receives a good or excellent rating for their service time by exceeding standards for performance and personal conduct, they can receive an honorable discharge.

  7. ‘Medical discharge’ is when an HM Forces member is prematurely discharged because their health prevents effective service. They will often receive compensation for this discharge. ‘Reckonable...

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