I have a question concerning a DUI arrest and applying to OCS. Last August, I was arrested for DUI. My blood-alcohol level was a .06 and the legal limit is .08, but because I am only 20 the limit is .02. My attorney wrote to the DA and he is allowing me to participate in the Pre-trial Diversion program. This program consists of community service, MADD classes, etc. "Participation in and successful completion of the program results in an administrative disposition of the charges, thus avoiding the possibility of a criminal record. Also, if other criteria are met, those who qualify will be able to apply for expungement of their arrest record."
I have searched the site for a post about the program but found nothing. I did find information on expungement and I don't like the sound of it. I hear the military can find out everything when it comes to criminal backgrounds.
My main question is what should I tell my OSO? I have talked to him a few times before and brought home an application. He now wants me to come in and set up a physical. He does not know about my problem. I don't even have my driver's license back and there is a question about suspension on the application.
1) Should I just go tell him the truth now and see what he says? Is there any negative side of this option?
2) Should I keep my mouth shut about the DUI for now and tell him that I want to wait and make my application stronger to buy some more time? I am 2 flights away from my Private Pilot's license and I am also setting up an appointment for PRK. Should I say I'll call him when I finish these to strengthen my application. I want to wait for this DUI problem to blow over before I talk to my OSO, but I don't want him to think I have cold feet or something and not take me serious.
I know many of you will say that I have no shot whatever I do. I just want to know what you would do if you were in my place. Has this happened to anyone? This will forever be my biggest mistake no matter what happens with the military. It has made everyone around me think less of me for my action. I will never forgive myself.
Please help me come to a decision on what to tell my OSO and ultimately to become a Marine Corps Officer.
I have searched the site for a post about the program but found nothing. I did find information on expungement and I don't like the sound of it. I hear the military can find out everything when it comes to criminal backgrounds.
My main question is what should I tell my OSO? I have talked to him a few times before and brought home an application. He now wants me to come in and set up a physical. He does not know about my problem. I don't even have my driver's license back and there is a question about suspension on the application.
1) Should I just go tell him the truth now and see what he says? Is there any negative side of this option?
2) Should I keep my mouth shut about the DUI for now and tell him that I want to wait and make my application stronger to buy some more time? I am 2 flights away from my Private Pilot's license and I am also setting up an appointment for PRK. Should I say I'll call him when I finish these to strengthen my application. I want to wait for this DUI problem to blow over before I talk to my OSO, but I don't want him to think I have cold feet or something and not take me serious.
I know many of you will say that I have no shot whatever I do. I just want to know what you would do if you were in my place. Has this happened to anyone? This will forever be my biggest mistake no matter what happens with the military. It has made everyone around me think less of me for my action. I will never forgive myself.
Please help me come to a decision on what to tell my OSO and ultimately to become a Marine Corps Officer.