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Letter Factory Letter of Reprimand Reason:  Article 86 – Absent Without Leave (AWOL); Late for Duty
Key Points to Writing Remember, there the purpose for the documentation. Ask for HELP if you need it, otherwise you can hurt yourself, your Airmen &/or unit. Use the right words, utilize a resource like Merriam-Webster Online. Use a spell checker.  (F7 Word) Related the Reason for the Discipline to UCMJ Do not forget the Privacy Act of 1974 information!

The following Letter of Reprimand of Article 86 – Absent Without Leave (AWOL); Late for Duty example was taken from a Word document.  If you have anything you would like to submit, please do so.  If you have found this information useful, please let me know as each letter has taken a considerable amount of time to prepare.

Copy Directly on to Unit Letter Head!

                                                                                                                                                  DATE

MEMORANDUM FOR <FNAME> <MI>. <LNAME>, <RANK>, FR 123-45-6789

FROM: <RANK> <FNAME> <LNAME>

SUBJECT: Letter of Reprimand - Late for Duty

1. On <DAY> <MONTH> <YEAR>, you were late for work. Which made you derelict in your duties and responsibilities, and this will not be accepted in the Air Force. Further investigation disclosed that this is your third such offense. You are a Non-Commissioned Officer who has a responsibility not only to yourself but to the Airmen you lead. They look up to you for guidance. You are supposed to be setting the example and you are failing.

2. Air Force Instruction (AFI) 36-2618, The Enlisted Force Structure, Chapter 4 - General NCO
Responsibilities states:

“Accept and execute all duties, instructions, responsibilities, and orders in a
timely manner.”

“Correct marginal or substandard behavior or duty performance.”

3. You are hereby counseled, for failure to obey order or regulation which is indirect violation of AFI 36-2618, Article 86, Absence Without Leave; Late for Duty, and Article 92. In the Air Force, failure to comply with Article 92 of the UCMJ will not be tolerated. I can assure you that many airmen have been given Article 15’s and have been court-martialed for similar conduct. This unit, this wing, and indeed the entire Air Force can not function with undependable members. In light of the current world situation, this is even more vital than ever. A nations’ military is only as good as its people. Our dependability is absolutely critical. Ignoring these rules and regulations will no longer be tolerated. I expect nothing more than a complete turnaround of your personal behavior/conduct on and off duty. You will conduct yourself in a manner above reproach. I expect you to always take care of your responsibilities by doing the right thing even in the absence of supervision, it is called integrity. Failure to do so will result in more severe administrative action.

4. PRIVACY ACT STATEMENT: AUTHORITY: 10 U.S.C. 8013. PURPOSE: To obtain any comments or documents you desire to submit (on a voluntary basis) for consideration concerning this action. ROUTINE USES: Provides you an opportunity to submit comments or documents for consideration. If provided the comments and documents you submit comments or documents for consideration. If provided, comments and documents you submit become a part of the action. DISCLOSURE: Your written acknowledgement of receipt and signature are mandatory. Any other comment or document you provide is voluntary.

5. You will acknowledge receipt and return (or send) this letter to me within 3 workdays of your receipt. You will also include any comments or documents you wish considered concerning this LOR with your response.
 

                                                                                                          <FNAME> <MI>. <LNAME> <RANK>, USAF
                                                                                                          <DUTY TITLE>


                                                                                                                                                   <DATE>
1st Ind. <FNAME> <MI>. <LNAME>

TO: ### <SQU>/<OFFICE SYMBOL>

I acknowledge receipt of this document on ___________________. I understand I have 3 work days to present any information for consideration and inclusion in this area.





                                                                                               MADE A. MISTAKE, Amn, USAF
                                                                                               FR123-45-6789

                                                                                                                                                   <DATE>
2nd Ind., ### <SQU>/<OFFICE SYMBOL>

Member (DID) (DID) provide written matters in response to this letter of reprimand. After consideration of all matters I have decided:

_____ The LOC will be removed.

_____ The LOC will remain if effect and be filed in your PIF.

_____ The LOC will remain in effect and be filed in your PIF.




                                                                                                          <FNAME> <MI>. <LNAME> <RANK>, USAF
                                                                                                          <DUTY TITLE>


Receipt and understanding acknowledge on _______ at ___________




                                                                                               MADE A. MISTAKE, Amn, USAF
                                                                                               FR123-45-6789

Reminder:  Signature lines are 5 spaces below the last line of text.

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