Is the ability to re-enlist affected by a less-than-Honorable discharge?

Is the ability to re-enlist affected by a less-than-Honorable discharge?

• A. Yes, it can affect re-enlistment
• B. No, it cannot affect re-enlistment
• C. It guarantees re-enlistment
• D. It only affects reserve status

Answer: (A)

A discharge that is less than honorable signals misconduct or unsatisfactory service, and that status typically creates a barrier to reenlistment. You usually won’t be able to reenlist automatically; a waiver from the service is often required, and waivers aren’t guaranteed. Whether a waiver is granted depends on the specific discharge reason, how long ago you separated, and the current needs of the branch. It can affect reenlistment in both active and reserve paths, not just one. So, the ability to re-enlist can be affected, rather than guaranteed.

A discharge that is less than honorable signals misconduct or unsatisfactory service, and that status typically creates a barrier to reenlistment. You usually won’t be able to reenlist automatically; a waiver from the service is often required, and waivers aren’t guaranteed. Whether a waiver is granted depends on the specific discharge reason, how long ago you separated, and the current needs of the branch. It can affect reenlistment in both active and reserve paths, not just one. So, the ability to re-enlist can be affected, rather than guaranteed.