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Military service records and discharge issues

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• Active Duty Pre-Separation Checklist

  This is a checklist for members of the military leaving active duty. Read More

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  U.S. Department of Defense

• Application for Correction of Military Record

  Application for correction of military record under the provisions of Title 10, U.S. Code, Section 1552. Read More

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  The Defense Technical Information Center

• Representing Washington Veterans: Basic Legal and Cultural Concepts

  This guide introduces attorneys to the basic concepts of culture and law that underpin effective assistance of veterans. Read More

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  Northwest Justice Project

• Veterans’ Rights: How Do I Upgrade My Discharge or Correct My Records?

  9960EN - Your discharge papers (your DD-214 forms) list two important pieces of information: a) Characterization of Service (COS) and b) Reason for Discharge. If these are unfavorable, you could be ineligible for most veterans’ benefits and programs. Upgrading your military discharge info can establish eligibility for veterans’ benefits. Read More

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  Northwest Justice Project

• Video - NJP's Veterans Project: Legal Help for Veterans in Washington at the Northwest Justice Project

  NJP's Veterans Project provides free legal services to financially eligible low income and homeless veterans for civil (not criminal) legal problems that are barriers to housing, employment, and self-sufficiency. Find out if you qualify. Read More

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  Northwest Justice Project

• Benefits at Discharge (BDD)

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  U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs

• E-Request Copies of Military Records

  Create a customized order form to request information from your, or your relative's military personnel records. Read More

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  The National Archives

• Naval Discharge Review Board (NDRB): Frequently Asked Questions

  Frequently asked questions from the Naval Discharge Review Board Read More

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  Department of the Navy

• Army Discharge Review Board: Frequently Asked Questions

  Frequently asked questions from the Army Discharge Review Board. Read More

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  Department of the Army

• How to Request Military Service Records or Prove Military Service

  (Includes DD 214/Separation Documents, Personnel Records, Replacement Medals, and/or Medical Records) Read More

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  The National Archives

• Transition Service Offices

  Need guidance making the transition to civilian life? Contact a Transition Service Officer. Read More

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  Disabled American Veterans