Toretto
11-13-09, 08:17 PM
Hey Guys,
New to the forum. First off I'd like to say Happy Belated Veterans Day, and Happy Belated Birthday Devil Dogs.
I have a question. Maybe some recruiters here have had a situation recently may be able to help out.
I know the Marines are not hurting for bodies. So here goes my story. I am a 23yr old male. Scored 59 on the Asvab (been awhile since I have done math,lol)
Now. I passed MEPS physical, BUT have "slight" hearing loss. 2k HZ range and only off by 5db. Well they passed my waiver for that. Recruiter thought I was good to go. Swear in Dec 1st. Leave May sometime.
Well. I need 2 more waivers. Married w/ dependant. Traffic Tickets.
I was young, and was always running late, so made up for it by speeding. I got quite a bit of speeding tickets. 6 to be exact. But, that was between the ages of 16-19. Have a few other minor tickets. Headlight,taillight,etc. 15 total.
Now. I am worried I may not get a waiver for that? I know I deserve a lecture on driving. I understand how important a clean record is now. hence have not received a ticket in 2 yrs. (I know many have went 10yrs without one)
I have a good job, live a pretty good life, but feel I want to serve my country. I was going to straight out of high school, but got nervous and decided no.
Now, I am a little older, and much wiser. And well. Not as afraid. I am super motivated to join, it would just break my heart if I got disqualified. I mean I am pro military all the way. I truly feel it would be an honor to serve my country.
Now it is up the high ups to decide whether or not I should be a Marine.
Just would like someones .2cents.
Thank You and God Bless all you guys have done
New to the forum. First off I'd like to say Happy Belated Veterans Day, and Happy Belated Birthday Devil Dogs.
I have a question. Maybe some recruiters here have had a situation recently may be able to help out.
I know the Marines are not hurting for bodies. So here goes my story. I am a 23yr old male. Scored 59 on the Asvab (been awhile since I have done math,lol)
Now. I passed MEPS physical, BUT have "slight" hearing loss. 2k HZ range and only off by 5db. Well they passed my waiver for that. Recruiter thought I was good to go. Swear in Dec 1st. Leave May sometime.
Well. I need 2 more waivers. Married w/ dependant. Traffic Tickets.
I was young, and was always running late, so made up for it by speeding. I got quite a bit of speeding tickets. 6 to be exact. But, that was between the ages of 16-19. Have a few other minor tickets. Headlight,taillight,etc. 15 total.
Now. I am worried I may not get a waiver for that? I know I deserve a lecture on driving. I understand how important a clean record is now. hence have not received a ticket in 2 yrs. (I know many have went 10yrs without one)
I have a good job, live a pretty good life, but feel I want to serve my country. I was going to straight out of high school, but got nervous and decided no.
Now, I am a little older, and much wiser. And well. Not as afraid. I am super motivated to join, it would just break my heart if I got disqualified. I mean I am pro military all the way. I truly feel it would be an honor to serve my country.
Now it is up the high ups to decide whether or not I should be a Marine.
Just would like someones .2cents.
Thank You and God Bless all you guys have done