Is there anything I can do to offset a potentially disqualifying medical record when trying to enlist?
112462
I think that you have a good goal..to lose the weight etc..before joining the military. You have to pass a PT test, if you can't pass that, you're not in..and you will have the tape test as well..where they measure you, meaning, if you're overweight, they will not let you through. As for the legs, my brother passed the PT test and he had serious enough leg issues to put him in the hospital right before he reenlisted. Anything is possible with the military. As for the mental health issue, depends on what history you have. Would really need to know more about your situation in order to give you more advice. Call a local recruiter or go online and email one.
1040683
So you are going to refuse a medically-necessary medical procedure in an attempt to get a medical discharge.\n\nWhat you are going to do is wind up with a permanent injury to your arm and a 'non-service-connected' rating from the VA.  \n\nAfter your surgery your doctor will give you a profile.  This will say what you can and cannot do. Give a copy of the profile to your 1SG and talk to him about it.  This way, if somebody tries to make you violate your profile you can go to top and get him to straighten things out.
797836
First, provided you're upfront with your recruiter you normally won't get disqualified from joining the Navy for that kind of misdemeanor.  \n\nBut, before you plead guilty, I would encourage you to keep that court date, explain your situation to the judge, and very respectfully ask to be let off with a warning and no conviction.  Explain that you're about to go into the Navy, and you're afraid it might hurt your career...  Who knows-- it can't hurt.  If he says yes, great. If he says no, pay the fine right then and there.\n\nThe conviction won't disqualify you from serving, but you'll get asked about it over and over again, when you're up for re-enlistment, if you need to get a security clearance, etc.  If you can avoid that hassle, do.
743509
Most likely there are some misdemeanors that will disqualify you but  no most. Just be honest when questioned about them especially if they are in your past.
1027073
First of all, nothing is ever "off your record" for the military, even juvenile. That is a myth. We unseal all records and treat all offenses as an adult offense. Anyone that thinks we enlist the dregs of society needs to take themselves to the local recruiting office and find out how many times that they personally are disqualified. 1 out of 13 people a recruiter talks to is qualified to enlist. Criminal records are the number 1 disqualifier.\n\nAlso, the Air Force is going through another drawdown and are not accepting Prior Service or waivers.\n\nDepending on what your charge is (I'd need to know thely need a  exact charge, and teh sentence), you'll probably need a waiver to enlist as a convincted criminal. It is also a 45 day wait after your probation is terminated to begin any processing.
619758
If you're in the service, I'd talk to your unit's admin rep. They'll be able to at least give some pointers. Some agancies can be entered while still on active duty. A temporary "on loan" or liason basis?  CIA/NSA for example sometimes use military intelligence personnel. The C.D.C. can borrow experts from USAMRIID.
1026007
your recruiter will know. they deal with this sort of thing all the time. if your already in the military the education dept will help you.
243468
Angel,\nThe only way u can get a medical discharge is at the findings of a Formal Physical Evaluation Board (PEB) recommending a discharge with or without benefits. \n\nIf you are being discharged under a UCMJ action you need to talk with the Area Defence Counsel about which takes precidence or if you have a legal argument.  \n\nThe medical side is a complicated procedure and has to start with a military physician placing you on a 3 profile which has to become permanant, thereby disqualifying you from worldwide duty or referring you to a Medical Eval board (MEB) for some other reason.  That results in a Medical Eval. Board, which makes a reccomendation for returned to duty or referral to a PEB (Informal).  From there it may go to a formal PEB or it may not.  Be advised, for your injury you are not looking a much in the way of disability bene's.  The best course of action is to go thru the VA after your discharge and I reccomend using the DAV (Disabled American Veterans) to assist you.  \n\nYour medical facility has a Physical Evaluation Board Liason Officer who can explain most of this to you.   \n\nMuch to complicated a process to explain here, however, you can leave an e-mail or im screename and I will glad to advise you further.  I am a retired Sr NCO and was a PEBLO.
445460
There is really minimal work in actual searching for the person.  When you enlist, one of the bits of information you give, directly relates to a part of your civilian life.  So, whenever that part of your life is used, you are busted.  Not to disclose any information here, just know they will get you.
913065
You won't have to run to Canada, just claim yourself a Conscientious objector and you're clear.  The link I added is Mr. Rangles original HR resolution he submitted.  There are few exemptions, those being objector and health reasons, but then they will make you do civilian work.  This includes all men and women including those in college (can't hide there this time).  Truthfully I don't believe he wants a draft, but what if his new resolution passes and the passes by senate?  You will all have to do your time.  Read his resolution that was submitted once already and understand what is going on.\n\nOne last thing, if you served previously, they don't have to draft you.  Read your enlistment papers they can just reactivate you if needed.  We aren't excempt from this my friend.
468677
One possibility is that it's your discharge-code. This set of numbers mean different things like: available for reenlistment without reservations, subject to reactivation until (whatever date), or not cleared for reenlistment.\n\nThese numbers shouldn't mean anything to you unless you want to rejoin at some point.
1140984
in order to enlist in any branch of the US military, you must already be a permanent legal resident, IE Green Card Holder.    The military cannot assist you in obtaining a Green card.    If you have no one already in the US willing to sponsor you, you will have to try and get over here on your own.  Once you have established permanent residency, you may enlist, but you may not be an officer nor hold any jobs requiring a Clearance.  The good news is that the Residency requirements for ciotizenship are waived or greatly reduced once you have enlisted.
799699
you cant thats classified. you most likely dont need to know so they arent going to give that to you. ask a recruiter
472832
Yes you can, providing you meet all of the requirements that any one enlisting in the service must meet.\n\nFlap Jackson is incorrect.
695696
With the Officer Corps this is a much different issue. They view this as a self-control problem. If you are a current Officer - this would yield a minimum General Officer Letter of Reprimand and would tail spin your career. You can speak to a recruiter, but I think you are in for a ruff ride. It is possible - but there are going to be lots of hoops to get through to obtain the waiver you will need.
656826
The Marines will probably not take you with a record - very tough background checks.  But allowances can sometimes be made.  The Army is more lenient, but may not allow you to enlist with a case pending.  The best thing to do is to talk to each recruiter and see what they say.
128781
All of the following can disqualify a candidate from \nenlisting:\n\nAge:\n    Each military branch specifies maximum age limits.\n\nCitizenship:    \n    Must be a citizen or properly documented alien\n    with established US residence.\n\nDependents:     \n    DOD may prohibit enlistment of applicants with\n    more than two dependents under age of 18.\n\nFinancial:      \n    Recruits must show that they can meet their\n    current financial obligations if they are \n    allowed to enlist.\n\nSingle Parents: \n    Single parents not allowed, except for Army\n    National Guard\n\nMilitary-Married-to-Military with Dependent(s): \n    Typically disallowed.\n\nEducation:      \n    Usually must be at least a high school graduate\n    or equivalent.\n\nDrug/Alcohol Dependence: \n    Cause for rejection.\n\nCriminal history: \n    Cause for rejection.\n\nHomosexual Conduct: \n    Rejected if you tell.\n\nMental Aptitude:  \n    Must score sufficiently on ASFAB test.\n\nHeight/Weight:    \n    All branches have specified limits.\n\nMedical Screening:\n    Many medical conditions can disqualify a\n    candidate (heart, hearing, eye sight, dental, etc).