How do I appeal the PEB determining that I am unfit for duty?

2020-10-06T16:50:01-04:00

Last year I spoke up during a PHS that I was recently diagnosed with postpartum depression and postpartum psychosis. The PEB investigated and although my civilian psychiatrist and PHA/MHA person for the Army all noted me as stable and non medication dependant with no lingering, apparent diagnosis, they found me unfit. I want to appeal, but I'm not sure how. I read about presenting new evidence, finding legal errors they made, and/or personal statements. I need advice please!

Response by CPT Wayne Price made Oct 6 at 2020 5:07 PM

2020-10-06T17:07:45-04:00

Seek legal advice from former JAG officer.

Response by LTC Trent Klug made Oct 6 at 2020 6:37 PM

2020-10-06T18:37:48-04:00

Are you, or did you, undergo a MEB with regard to this? If so, you had a MEB attorney who could/would advise you. Did you receive a DA199? If so, you had the option of disagreeing with the informal board and requesting a formal hearing.

Response by LTC Trent Klug made Oct 6 at 2020 6:49 PM

2020-10-06T18:49:03-04:00

I should also add that your PEBLO would also have been able to guide you in this process as well.

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Oct 6 at 2020 8:08 PM

2020-10-06T20:08:26-04:00

Who recommended you to the PEB?

Response by SGM Bill Frazer made Oct 6 at 2020 8:29 PM

2020-10-06T20:29:28-04:00

Did the PEB recommend a MEB- normally they do. Contact Jag and ask them. There may be nothing you can do till the MEB.