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4. Military Record- Understanding Character of Discharge

Separation/Discharge information  is important for eligibility of VA benefits.  Your DD-214 contains the following information:

The "Character of your service" determines your eligibility for VA Benefits.    There are 6 types of "discharge of character" listed on military discharges:

1"Honorable"  or "Under honorable conditions"  This type of discharge includes all VA Benefits and is Desired for Employment and security clearances.

2."General under Honorable Conditions":

3."Other than Honorable" (OTH):  Administrative Board decides discharge. No VA Benefits and Possible Hiring Employment Problems

4."Bad Conduct" (BCD): Given only after Court-Martial preceedings No VA Benefits and Possible Hiring Employment Problems

5."Dishonorable" (DD) : Given only after Court-Martial preceedings  No VA Benefits and Possible Employment Hiring Problems

6."Entry Level (ELS) or Non-Characterized "   

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