Withdrawing from enlistment? (Army)

[stlpilot]

Hey all this is a bit off the flying subject but when I asked a couple of my bros they were not sure of this answer.



Here is the situation, my cousin enlisted in the army a month ago and is to report for basic around the middle of next month. He has since changed his mind and wants out. I know this is a possibility at this point but I’m not sure of the repercussions? He said he has a certain amount of time to get out of it but I’m sure his sources are not the best when it comes to finding out the bad things that could happen. My guess is that he might have to go through a discharge (not sure which type). Anyway let me know if you all have any thoughts or can cite any regs. Thanks

 

[MarineGrunt]

Did he take an oath? Sign anything?

If not, he should be able to get out of it. If his recruiter is approachable, he might be able to just be honest with him. The military doesn't want anyone who doesn't want to be there.

While you're at it, talk him into staying with it. He will regret this move for the rest of his life. (Unless he's joining the Corps instead! )

 

[jarhead]

Back in the day............

There are always a few folks who just don't make it through boot camp, for physical or psycological problems, and are just sent home as unsuitable.
That's one resort he could turn to.....flunk out of basic, and get your walking papers.

 

[stlpilot]

Yes he took an oath and signed. He said the recruiter told him he could get out by making "a request". Not sure what that means. The recruiter did not seem to make him aware of any legal binds or future problems that he could run into. Thanks for the info

 

[CrewDawg]

Failure To Adapt

 

[jobear]

Is he in the DEP? if so he is not technicaly in he can still change his mind up until he goes through MEPS for the final time. Atleast thats what i was told when I enlisted back in 1988 . On the other hand he should honor his commitments unless he's a total BOLO.


Jobear