Q: Do you think I'll be getting chaptered?
About a month ago I was caught inderage drinking. I filled out a sworn statement, signed the counselings, everything. I was told I would be getting a Co Grade Article 15. Its still sitting at legal. Now, i just recently got caught underage drinking again mainly becuase i got in a fight and broke my nose. After going through all the paperwork, the new Co Grade got bumped up to a Field Grade. Keep in mind the original Co Grade is still pending, so I'll be getting a Co and Field Grade. I've asked a few trustworthy NCOs and some say I won't be getting chaptered while others say I will. Have you had any experience with anything similar to this? What do you think they may do? I'm a PFC, been in for a little over a year and a half. MOS 11c and potentially moving to a different Co not for punitive action. Just to help fill in their ranks. Haven't started ASAP yet but will be soon.
A: With your youth, relative newness to the Army, and rank - you can expect a harsh Article 15 punishment. Being chaptered is possible, but my experience has been that the Army has invested time and money in you and hopefully they see this as something that's in the past. You need to soldier on smartly, no issues, show up early, stay late, and be seen with the crowd that's good for you. All eyes are on you, so you need to put this behind you if you want to stay in. Losing an Honorable Discharge will cost you your GI Bill. That's an expensive penalty.
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