10 USC 1170 – Regular enlisted members: minority discharge
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Upon application by the parents or guardian of a regular enlisted member of an armed force to the Secretary concerned within 90 days after the member’s enlistment, the member shall be discharged for his own convenience, with the pay and form of discharge certificate to which his service entitles him, if—
(1) there is evidence satisfactory to the Secretary concerned that the member is under eighteen years of age; and
(2) the member enlisted without the written consent of his parent or guardian.
Terms Used In 10 USC 1170
- Evidence: Information presented in testimony or in documents that is used to persuade the fact finder (judge or jury) to decide the case for one side or the other.
- Guardian: A person legally empowered and charged with the duty of taking care of and managing the property of another person who because of age, intellect, or health, is incapable of managing his (her) own affairs.