Why Would Someone Get a Dishonorable Discharge?

Dishonorable discharges are handed down for what the military considers the most reprehensible conduct. This type of discharge may be rendered only by conviction at a general court-martial for serious offenses (e.g., desertion, sexual assault, murder, etc.) that call for dishonorable discharge as part of the sentence.

What happens if you get a dishonorable discharge?

Dishonorable Discharge

If someone is dishonorably discharged from the military they are not allowed to own firearms according to US federal law. Military members who receive a Dishonorable Discharge forfeit all military and veterans benefits and may have a difficult time finding work in the civilian sector.

Does a dishonorable discharge ruin your life?

Whether it's because you leave your post and go AWOL or you commit a violent crime against another human being, a Dishonorable Discharge will ruin your life, your military career, and your reputation.