COMDTINST 1900.8 30 NOV 1990
6.
c.
(2)
(c)
5.
Any member who is otherwise eligible for conscientious objector
status may not be denied this status simply because the
conscientious objection influences the member's views
concerning the Nation's domestic or foreign policies. The task is
to decide whether the beliefs professed are sincerely held, and
whether they govern the member's actions both in word and deed.
7.
PROCEDURE.
a.
A member of the Coast Guard who seeks either separation or assignment to
noncombatant duties by reason of conscientious objection shall submit a letter request to
Commandant (G-PO) or (G-PE) via the chain of command. The letter shall specify
whether a discharge or assignment to noncombatant duties is desired and shall include
the information indicated below. The member may submit such other information as
desired.
(1)
General Information Concerning Applicant.
(a)
Full name.
(b)
Social Security number.
(c)
Selective Service number, if applicable.
(d)
Coast Guard address.
(e)
Permanent home address.
(f)
Name and address of each school and college attended (after age 16),
together with the dates of attendance, and the type of school (public,
church, military, commercial, etc).
(g)
A chronological list of all occupations, positions, jobs, or types of work,
other than as a student in school or college (after age 16) whether for
monetary compensation or not. Include the type of work, name of
employer, address of employer, and the inclusive dates of each position
or job held.
(h)
All former addresses (after age 16) and dates of residence at those
addresses.
(i)
Parent's name and address. Indicate whether they are living or deceased.
(j)
The religious denomination or sect of each parent.
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