the chances of me finding this video are probably 1 in a million. your story mirrors mine so much. i joined the army national guard 8 years ago i had a general discharge separation code jga, re 3 for performance. i lost motivation in training after finding out my father died. i am currently in law enforcement working as a police officer in colorado and it was a long struggle dealing with trying to get into this career with the military background. specially with larger departments on the east coast. i was lucky to get on a smaller one in colorado. ive been a cop for 4 years now and i am currently 30 years old and i felt like getting out was one of my biggest regrets and i was looking recently to see if i could get back in. this video helped alot. i am going to go for it now
Im sorry to hear that man, but glad that you were able to find an awesome career after. Good luck to you in your journey. I’m currently in week 15 of infantry osut and about to come home soon. I’m actually in the background process for the San Diego Police department. Luckily my background investigator was awesome enough to save my spot in the process until I return home.
I got a reentry code of 3, I was having a hard time adjusting to the males abusing me & another females . I was a 19kilo but I was literally 1 week away from AIT graduation but I got threats from my drill sergeants , I felt unsafe so I left. I just turned 20 years old, I was not mentally prepared to be honest & I did not even look at boot camp or AIT videos for the army. I’m definitely mentally ready now but I lost motivation before to joined back into the military, now I’m 25 & this video is helping me a lot to start my process again back into the military. Thank you
Lose that bs victim mentality. No one made you feel unsafe, you just werent ready to adult. Now, you are probably unsuccessful and you think you're ready to adult now. LOSE THE BS EXCUSES OR STAY AT MCDONALDS.
same i was in AIT though, I was one week away from graduating but my drills and peers were getting in my head about my duty station and I psyched myself out… i regret it so much calling them today to see if i can rejoin
I was 19 kilo for 6 years. Trust me, you do not want that MOS. It's extremely hard work, long days and barely having time for family. The worst part is that it's nothing that translates to it in the civilian world.
I had a general discharge with code re-3 for performance issues, from the National Guard. I was going through a tough time; I was 22 years old and felt like I had nobody to turn to or no true direction in life. I always regretted that decision of letting it all go. I never thought they would ever let me reenlist at all, and that question of if they would let me back in always stirred in mind for up to 10 years until one day I looked up what an re-3 code meant. A few months ago, I started talking to a recruiter and he said there was a way to get back in, it would just take a while with waivers and what not. And boy, was it a process. There were moments that I doubted that my waivers were going to get approved, but my recruiter always reassured me and had my back. Here I am 7 months later reenlisted and going back to basic training this summer. I hope you're all doing well out there.
i’m in the same boat been years. i was dropped in 2017 from usmc with re3 code and have been fighting back and forth with recruiters that keep giving up on me. i’ve kept trying and trying and hopefully i can get back in, if u don’t mind me asking what state/city ur enlisting out of? i’m from boston where it’s almost impossible to get back in with an re3
@@dougyd1231 he said in this video, California. Pay attention to detail. I got an Honorable DC with 10 years of all active duty in the army. I neve joined in the NG or Reserves, that's for the weak ones. I'm one of the lucky ones, only because I put up with all the BS and persistent regardless of the situation I was in. Thank God I was so strong and I made it out with Honorable DC. Now, I'm reaping the benefits. I'm retiring in 5 years with Dept of Energy as a cvil servant with good pensions and I'm still receiving my sc disability benefits at 100%. I should be living the good life when I retire in Thailand. my retirement money goes farther there. Thank God, I made the right the decisions while I was in the army for 10 years.
I got an Honorable, RE3 in 2011 at 20. I am currently in the process, waiting on my first visit to meps. Like you, 30, trying to redo my military record to look better on paper to further a career in Law Enforcement. Thank the Lord my recruiter is a go getter and excited about bringing me in.
I have JGA and a Reen3. The first recruiter I spoke to said no he can’t help me. I was still in contact with a prior DS and he’s a recruiter now but in another state so I called him and told him what happened. He said give me 10 min. 5 min later I get a call from another recruiter saying it’s very rare a DS tries to get a trainee back in. So he said he’s willing to do whatever it takes for me. I was like ayyyy thank you. I passed meps. Now just waiting on my waiver to clear. Almost in !
Earned a re-3 back when I was 18 during bct in early 00's. Definitely have regretted it, but still became a law enforcement officer on the west coast 8 years later at 26. Stay out of trouble, continue your education, and stay fit. It is not an end all.
I'm going through everything you went through, literally the same man. Did music and all I needed this video. Only thing going for me is I went to basic the first time with my current recruiter
Music got me too bro. Haha. Sabotaged my way out of the Air Force so I could go home to play music. Joined a band about 6 months before I left (after my voluntary separation was approved). It dawned on me that I could be in a band WHILE serving, but the damage was done. Never occurred to me that I could pursue my music dream and my military dream simultaneously. Here I am 8 years later finally having the courage to face the skeletons in my closet and get back swinging. The Air Force won’t take me, I don’t think, but I’ve got a green light from Army NG. Gonna go in, prove myself, get my degree, then continue pursuing that original goal of being an Air Force pilot. It’s gonna be a long steep road, but I can do this. You can too! Keep pushing!
This helped me out big time! Thank you so much! My DD214 is a RE-3 So now that I’m trying to back THIS video definitely helped in detail and good luck to you brother #hooah
I Was in the marines and got a oth for being young and stupid really hope there’s a chance of me getting back in I regret working that hard just to get a oth and I miss the marines everyday glad I came across your video didn’t even know about this waiver till now
I was oth, but ive upgraded to under honerable conditions. Re- 4b code still tho so idk if theres any chance of me going back, or upgrading the code too
Thanks for the video man. I can relate. Music got me too bro. Haha. I was homesick and missed playing music. So I essentially sabotaged my way out of the Air Force so I could go home to play music. Joined a band about 6 months before I left the AF (after my voluntary separation was approved). It dawned on me that I could be in a band WHILE serving, but the damage was done. Never occurred to me that I could pursue my music dream and my military dream simultaneously. Here I am 8 years later finally having the courage to face the skeletons in my closet and get back swinging. The Air Force won’t take me, I don’t think, but I’ve got a green light from Army NG. Gonna go in, prove myself, get my degree, then continue pursuing that original goal of being an Air Force pilot. It’s gonna be a long steep road, but I can do this. Best of luck to you! Subscribed.
This video was helpful as I've recently decided I want to join back up and get my commission as an Officer (you know, cuz Russia is a thing right now). However, I have an RE-3 code as well on my DD-214. Luckily it states 'condition, not a disability' on there which I hope to use to my advantage. Being 18 when I went in I still had no clue what I wanted to do and frankly, was more timid than I should have been. Especially for an 11B. I got injured because I didn't train properly, and because of my toxic leadership, I became depressed AF. I see that as a 'condition of my circumstance' as I've never been depressed since. But at 32, I have a whole new drive and desire to lead by example. I just have to hope I can find a good recruiter who will work with me. I know it's going to be a lot of work and a long process, but if I can get the job(s) I want, it will be worth it.
@@Dylan_Lassiter Lol I actually was able to get cleared and everything, but then I got the opportunity to do the H2F program in the Army and felt it was a great way to give back.
@@mr.wiggles7535 that’s awesome to hear!! I got out of the navy in 2020, been trying to get into the army but I have an RE-3G reentry code, so seeing this video and the comments has given me some hope since my recruiter said it might be a long shot
Please, please, please do a follow-up video on how things go with your BAH application. I’ll be looking into getting BAH soon after enlistment and before BCT.
Well this gives me a lot of hope, 14 years ago I wasn’t mentally fit but I was 18 and unsure. I’m 32 and in great shape plus grown up. I’m hoping they give me a second chance cause I want to serve.
Thanks man thank you for the video kinda going through the same thing a little bit more or less I see my life is not that great at home and I really made a huge mistake leaving the military. I thought things were going to be good and didn’t think the army or military was for me.
I got the re-3f from the Marine Corps I'm hoping its been 2 years now so I'm hoping I can go back into it especially with what's going on right now I got out for my legs so medical
I been thinking army guard or marine reserves. The marine recruiter says it would be “an extremely long process” for prior service. How long we talking? I got a RE3 though, and former active army
Thanks for the video and wise words; they serve as motivation because it’s VERY hard to get in contact with my recruiter. Haven’t been to MEPS yet but my recruiter submitted my applicant statement about 9 weeks ago. Haven’t heard a thing about that yet and when ever I ask my recruiter about it he doesn’t answer me. I text him about updates and he gives me nothing. Trying to stay positive and patient I do wish my recruiter would text me back when I text him tho even if he has nothing to tell me; it would go along way in keeping me motivated. I have an RE-3 due to failure to adapt and need an age waiver too. It feels like it’s been forever and I do get frustrated at times but like I said I’m trying really hard to be patient and be prepared physically to go to MEPS and to score well on the ASVAB.
I am currently facing the same thing. I have a RE-3 due to failure to adapt/erroneous enlistment, i have an uncharacterized discharge. I got discharged in 2015 and have been trying to reenlist, it’s been about 8 years for me as well but I pray that everything goes well with me and I pray that everything went well with you as well.
@Bobby Manuel goodluck to you. I've been trying to re-enlist since 2013 with an re-3 code. I've went to every single recruiter near and far and none would be willing ro help me. The Army National Guard did though.
Same here general discharge from gaurd looking to re-enlist at 32. Trying to see if i can go active duty though. Had some chaotic years but i have most of my discharge packet.
I got denied because I have a concave chest and Crohn’s disease. My concave chest doesn’t impact me at all it’s purely cosmetic. I’ve been to 3 different doctors and they all said the same thing and I ran cross country and track/field for 6 years. Crohn’s disease was a misdiagnosis and I had to go to several doctors to get it cleared off that it was a misdiagnosis and I have no history of it and I still got denied. What a joke
I submitted papers with an application to the review board to get my discharge upgraded so it went from uncharacterized to honorable. Lets just say I got pencil whipped but documents and facts don't lie. My waiver is now active 12 years later but anyone that has anything other than honorable. Please do yourself a favor whether you want to get back in or not submit your papers to the review board. That way jobs won't question you or if you decide to get back in years later like me. You'll have your honorable which helps your waiver more by at least being able to be considered hooah💪🏾
I’m in the process too , I already did the letter now I’m just hoping for some info I have medical and asvab done it’s just waiver for the discharge too
I really want to get back into the Corps. I had about 9 days left of boot left at MCRDSD back in 2021 and made a bad comment I shouldn't have and still regret it.
Hey I know this is a long shot, but I have a RE code 3 and my VA phycologist said I needed to be reevaluated again, but she didn't find me unfit or fit. Should I be reseen in town or keep pushing of another reevaluation threw the VA or what about MEPS ?
@@jcorral.1104 I talked to my recruiter he said the only way in is to change the RE code but the air force told me I can get a waiver possibly but I would have to wait a couple of years
I had this but many years ago. I personally moved on but if you want you can contact many different recruiters. If one says no contact another. You may end up contacting a 100 recruiters if that’s what it takes. Recruitment has been down in recent times so that’s a benefit to you. Kudos to you for wanting to go in and complete it. Good luck.
Hey I was in the Marines reserve just recently I ended up denying the vaccine after crazy stuff in my life but I realized I made a huge mistake n I got an Re-3 code. How long did you wait until you tried to get back in and do you think it's a bad idea to try immediately? Thank u
I was busted down to E-3 and chaptered out for punching another soldier when I was deployed. Someone reported it the next day. Was out 7 months later. I tried to fight the chapter and stay in, but still lost. I tried hiring a lawyer out of pocket but little did I know, it was already too late into the chapter process in terms of fighting to stay in. But he can however upgrade my discharge to honorable which he is working on. It’s like a 8-month wait though. I got a general under honorable. I thought I was gonna get a RE4 but it was RE3 the day I got my 214. They told me I can come back with a waiver.
i have the same code and got discharged for unsatisfactory participation In the Arizona Guard in 2016. then i got in trouble with the law and got charged and convicted of disorderly conduct? what a waiver be accepted. have not been in trouble with law since then. what you guys think?
My packet was fully submitted for reenlistment.Got an RE3 with a JKQ for “serious misconduct” ex wife said I beat on her.Obviously I didn’t cause my commander signed off on my papers and I didn’t get an ART15 or a counseling but still got seperated.So I have my fingers crossed.It’s at the Provost Marshalls rn.So idk what’s gonna happen.I’m nervous cause I want back in again so Fukin bad.
How did it go, I'm curious myself because I have an RE code 3 with a JKA "pattern of misconduct" that's bogus and able to prove. I'm currently going through the process but curious on what to expect.
My son got the same thing RE3 with JKQ and now wants to go back in. He has been out for 4 months but wants to go back in. How did it work out for you? Any advice?
I was just Other than honorable recently for a medical nothing crazy just slight scoliosis but I was able to get training and fix it and I truly want to become a marine and re enlist but I am afraid now with after getting separated I can not join. but I am not sure under what code I am under or if I am under a RE CODE 3 do you have any advice i have been trying to find people who have this situation but have found none do you think its still possible.
@@royceangelo7847 if it’s under 20 degrees you are fine. If it’s over 20 and it doesn’t effect you or you don’t feel any pain just don’t say anything that you have back pain and etc and your fine. Knew many people with it who got in as long as when you stand people can’t notice it you’re fine. But if you get back pain some times be mindful of what rate or job you choose you don’t wanna risk making it worse
RE code 3 is not the worst one. That would be RE code 4. You can get back in with a 3 with a waiver. I got an honorable discharge with the NG with an RE code of 3 due to mental health.
I got a re entry code 3. there is nothing wrote in the paper of the reason. why i got out? because of (delete). My SG told me (during the army) that I can apply again after the 2 year is done. I am better doing exercise now. more motive to get back. Just one more year to wait. Edit, re entry code under characterized. I got this cause I only did 4 months.
@@ghoulishpugold2348 ok yeah my asvab score was still good somehow even though I took it 4 years ago. I just passed my physical at MEPs yesterday and my recruiter is sending up the waiver Monday. He said it will likely be denied and I will be sent up for a psych consult and then it will be accepted once they see I am no longer suffering from depression
@@hunteratkinson4588 the good think about me is that I don't need a waiver because the paper said that i refused to do basic training. If I pass this two test. The army is going to be my new career. (Unless I want to switch to navy since I'm interested in those ships too) Good luck of you and hopefully we will see each other (I will going to ask in the reception if there is any prior service so he can be my battle buddy since we are taking this job seriously). 😁
I got in the army national guard in Texas back in 1992 after getting a re4 from the navy I served 10 years I did not make rank but I finished my contract but I had to get a waiver I had to take asvab again and meps it took about 2 months i stayed 11 years and retired and now receiveing my pension
@@specialistsorensen5494 good stuff brother. I've gone back and forth with going in. Everything going on now makes me want to. Good luck to you and your career brother may the Gods always bless you
@@specialistsorensen5494 I was wondering if I can get back in the military? I got an honorable discharge with R-3 code because of my asvab score. I made a 25 and I needed an 31 but got an wavier to get in. I’ve been out about 4 years now and have my bachelors degree in criminal justices. Do I have to go to basic all over again also or can I go navy reserves as a prior service from the army national guard.
Specialist Sorenson I have a question I have a broken bone in my right hand and I was diagnosed with ADHD and anxiety(which by the way I do not suffer from) when I was a kid is there a chance I can still serve? I want and need this especially since I'm on my 30's.
Hey man, you think I can get in contact with you through Instagram or something? I’m located in California LA . I have a RE 3F code from the marine boot camp. But deciding to go to the Army now with RE 3 code.
I had a guy in my basic training who didn’t complete marine training because he couldn’t swim. He got into the army, so maybe that situations applies to you. I would talk to a recruiter
@@specialistsorensen5494 Hey Rodney! I got hurt during boot camp but the DIs and staff messed up my record. So it was hard for me to re enlist to the Marines but I came across a recruiter for the Army who was willing to help me. I already started my process ! They heard me out, and sent me to MEPS now I’m in the waiting process to for my waiver to get accepted
@@DIETOGETHER1325 no I was not SI I got hurt during boot camp but the staff messed up my record and gave me a RE 3F code. From what I recall I don’t think SI gets an RE 3F code