A forum to discuss Navy Recruiters, processing at MEPS, Delayed Entry Program, Enlisted Ratings, "A" Schools, Officer Candidate School, Recruit Training Command, and transferring to your first command. Why does MEPS need to know? You can save time and effort by omitting this information. Just showcasing how stupid it is. New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast, Press J to jump to the feed. Press J to jump to the feed. Your recruiter should be acting as the filter for cases of over-informing. They sit here and feed you this "moment of truth" bull chit where you have one last chance to come clean and tell you they'll find out, etc. And if they do, you are screwed. I never lied at MEPS, but when I was first talking to my Recruiter he asked me about drug usage. Enlisting Question. If you get caught concealing anything you can be kicked out immediately or worse. I got both of these surgeries in order to be a seal, and would fucking hate if the reason I can't get in are the very surgeries I got in order to qualify for training. So if you do lie and something goes wrong at buds, they do have the right to dig through your medical history and they will probably find out about the surgery and lasik. Lying to Get Into the Military is a Felony Knowingly giving false information or withholding required information on any recruiting form is a criminal offense (When the information would have made an individual ineligible to enlist, or would have required a waiver to enlist). Never touched the stuff. Discharge for false enlistment. Really really screwed. Should I lie and say the scar is from an accident like jumping over a fence that needed stitches? So what you are looking at is getting off meds for the prescribed time? I scored a 97 on the ASVAB and smoked the NFQ test, so The very nice Captain at Meps signed my waiver for that. Your recruiter wont get in trouble, it will all be on you. Bring a book, snacks or cash with you the hotel. How Many times have you done LSD? I've done the 1 month check and will do the 6, 3 months is coming up so I'll have to get that on the books. I would urge you NOT to lie going forward (lying at meps is not as serious as if you lie when you are on active duty) So if they ask you, tell them...do not lie. The Mindset for MEPS. I know exactly what the poster meant. In my experience meps isn't that deep of a medical check and it's fairly disorganized. today i went to meps and enlisted in the national guard. Can you? MEPS facilities are used to process individuals who are looking to join the Armed Forces by medically, physically and morally screening them against Department of Defense standards. Each individual branch has … I plan on waiting the 6 months. That said, you shouldn’t lie to MEPS, because if you’re caught they’ll fuck you and if you’re not caught it could affect combat readiness. Down at the bottom there's a paragraph that states under penalty of perjury that the information you have provided is true and complete to the best of your knowledge. Ever use any other illegal Drugs? So I could really use a straight answer to put an end to it. Fucking around with anything above Recruiters can cause real problems, especially if you need a Sec. If you tell them, they may request documentation or require some type of waiver. Rule of thumb: If you lie, you fry. I did, about tons of sh*t. I lied about having phenomena, about ever having gone to the hospital for anything seriouse. Months later, the recruit returned to MEPs to process for shipment to basic training. Will you be completely fucked? No. Clearance. There is no need to elaborate or go further or confess your life. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. I am happy to help if I can. The wrist has handled push ups every other day since I was cleared to get back to it and my eyes are perfect, but I'll know for sure at 6 months. I was planning on saying the wrist scar was from jumping over the fence as a kid or something like that. 0 2. Now on one hand, the recruiter has probably been doing this for a very long time, and how does it benefit them to set you up for failure if they know you’ll get caught if you lie? The government in general, and the military specifically, has a certain responsibility to the tax-payers. Yes. I had a Reckless Driving charge, so I might need a Waiver on that. Don't even mention the scar unless they ask then keep it minimal "that was just from when I was a kid" if they ask more "yeah I was biking and fell" simple is good. Another example, there's a question asking if you've ever been to the emergency room. Yes. As far as the half war comment, way to go on reading sarcasm. Please let me know if you have more questions. If I were you I would lie and say it's from a camping trip or something. Home; About Us; Services. Your signature is below that. You lied a MEPS...there is no getting past that. But it don't affect me, i'm in, so who gives a sh*t right. Will you? The underlying concept here is to not give MEPS information that requires waivers but is otherwise not disqualifying. Lying to an Air Force recruiter It disappoints me that I find a need to write this article, but based on the questions I get on this site as well as the weekly newbie threads at reddit.com/r/airforce, it is obvious that many people have questions about lying to a recruiter in order to enlist or commission in the US Air Force. Any omissions or lies to the investigators has a high likelihood of ending your career. Your Goal is to make it to Boot and then to A-school. Lying at MEPS, to your recruiter IS illegal, wrong and stupid!! You don't want that. When they tell you not to mention something, you only need to consider the implications of having that information discovered. MEPS is a fun place to meet strangers in your underwear. Before going I had heard from everyone at my OSO office that it was going to be … There's nothing about this that would be disqualifying or impact your ability to do your job. Would you like to restart this interview again? Your recruiter wont get in trouble, it will all be on you. It will depend on how big the lie is. They should be able to recognize when something isn't necessary and can be omitted. From the way your question is written, I will assume that you have enlisted in the Delayed Entry program and have not shipped to Basic Training. They include: Curfew … It truly should read post WW 1 and/or 2. I would urge you NOT to lie going forward (lying at meps is not as serious as if you lie when you are on active duty) So if they ask you, tell them...do not lie. Yes. Otherwise, please rate the answer so I may get credit for my work. but i'm so freaking worried about them finding anything. I don't' care what it is. I had lasik back in November and just had an enhancement to my left eye on Friday that I've been stressing about. As I have explained, that will not lead to a bad discharge...but it COULD lead to a discharge. This was the man who my friend had confessed his pot usage to when we first showed up a month ago, but now my friend lied to him and he accepted the lie without hesitation. LSD? i did just as my recruiter said and didn't tell them anything about my medical history. If they ask, tell them it's a scar from when you were a kid. I actually really enjoyed MEPS and I think that was because of the mindset I had going in with. I'm certain they won't be. When I was in the pool it was a topic of discussion with other poolees. Answer every question they ask and don't lie. For instance another friend went to meps and when he was doing the eye portion he was wearing contacts and the guy checking him didn't even notice. Fuck man, I smoke weed everyday for the last two years, hell I'm high as fuck right now. That's shit is too good, that's why I'm here. 6. Any Misdemeanors? I had a few surgeries from 3-10 to repair a deformity in my nose. You may need further evaluation or counseling before you can live a rigorous military lifestyle. Stay clear of anyone that tells you to lie. You might get hungry or bored in your room, so plan ahead. Category: Military … For an earlier poster, MEPS is an Acronym—NOT an Anagram. I used to have a heart murmur, everyone (besides recruiter) told me not to mention it at MEPS. It seems like 24/7 recruiters are instructing people to lie at MEPS to keep themselves out of sticky situations that may require waivers. Man that's a way to have a really fun Friday night, but the rest of the weekend sucks. So if you do lie and something goes wrong at buds, they do have the right to dig through your medical history and they will probably find out about the surgery and lasik. While I can’t chime in on any success stories for lying to MEPS, I know that a significant number of service members do. Geeze—and some people (?) Now on one hand, the recruiter has probably been doing this for a very long time, and how does it benefit them to set you up for failure if they know you’ll get caught if you lie? Do not lie, falsify, or hide information. I don't know the process, but my oldest had a knee issue that wouldn't clear DODMERB for SA's, but was waived for ANG. This is a facility that is staffed by service members from all branches as well as civilians. Who hasn't? MEPS stands for Military Entrance Processing Station. Is the biggest enemy while lying at MEPS yourself, due to being uncomfortable with lying in such a serious situation. The recruiter instructed the recruit to lie at MEPs, and the recruit was enlisted in the Delayed Enlistment Program. In addition, I’m fairly certain MEPS … When I went to meps, I went into a room with a doctor, he made me strip down to my underwear and told me to slowly spin in a circle twice, so they will most likely notice any major scars. Don't lie. Your right Guy, tons of people lie at MEPS. I know he was just trying to make his job easier and get me in quick. If you are 100% sure that both are non-issues and you can perform without them holding you back, then just don't mention it. MEPS is enlisted, right? Lying at MEPS? I didn't think it was a good idea to lie… I wasn't aware of the 3 months check. You want to be a Nuke so all of this is disqualifying. … Lying at MEPS. They were all either expunged or dropped before charged. 6:00-7:30 hurry up and wait.This is where the lines got really long because checking in at the medical stations up stairs is one at a time, and there were around 100-150 people there, took about a minute each per person.. You will be asked the same questions by different people, you will also be asked again months later by even more people. I was advised by my recruiter and also another recruiter, to lie about criminal background as it was juvenile and would fly under the radar. It is as simple as that Don’t lie. Me: Yes. On the way to Meps we got a call from the Chief who asked us if we had ever been asked to lie, had criminal charges etc. Talk openly with your recruiter, MEPS staff, and your family. My recruiter told me to not to say anything that’ll get you disqualified. Recruiter: I haven't written any of this down, so it's all off the record. As a former Recruiter of US Marines, I’d say that a very few get away with lying at the MEPS (Military Entrance Processing Station) But the lies almost always do come out. I got LASIK a few months ago, I know the minimum time from surgery to MEPs has to be at least 6 months. Thanks to an anonymous candidate who shared his recent experience at MEPS (Military Entrance Processing Station) for your preparation and awareness. Apparently they were surprised I was passed but it all worked out so I'm not questioning it. Blog; News; Resources; Gallery; Contact Us Answer every question that is put to you, honestly and directly. Can you? this is the first of a million times that you will get lied to/bull****ted around in your military career. No. I would say lying at meps is a low risk high reward type of deal. Probably not. After a long conversation with my doc he said there is no way for them to find out unless you tell them. There's no evidence that this ever happened. I would say lying at meps is a low risk high reward type of deal. Should I lie/not mention LASIK when I finally go to MEPs? P. Simmons, Military Lawyer. But I wouldn't be surprised to see a separation over a disqualifying condition such as lying about self-harm, ADHD medication, suicidal thoughts, drug use, criminal history, etc. Probably not. If you lie, the military has the right to fine or imprison you. Bring a book, snacks or cash with you the hotel. He said the tests they do would not notice the lasik scar it's only if you tell them you had lasik that they do more in depth tests if there's any issues. Is lying that prevalent in MEPS? What are the real risks involved, and what are the outcomes? I’ve seen a lot of posts covering this today, and I really just want a straight answer. MEPS is covering themselves and doing a very bureaucratic job. ; and he asked my friend if he had ever smoked pot. Is it a disqualification or a request for further documentation. However, you do sign a paper that allows the navy to look through your medical history if something bad happens during training. But I recently went to do a check up and some blood work just to be on the safe side. My recruiters told me to lie about having been to a psychiatrist and taken medication. 7. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. Then do that. Don't lie to MEPS. Should you omit information that is otherwise disqualifying? Cocaine? It will depend on how big the lie is. call Marines ignorant and dumb. This thread has been locked by the moderators of r/newtothenavy, More posts from the newtothenavy community. Will you? If you get caught concealing anything you can be kicked out immediately or worse. Will they find out if you lie? I dunno, maybe 20? Sometimes. You will be asked the same questions by different people, you will also be asked again months later by even more people. It seemed common. If you were to lie at MEPS, will they find out themselves? It is as simple as that. Solar Water Heating; Solar Pool Heating; Solar Power; Testimonials; Media. Second, I got a ganglion cyst removed last summer. Ever Use Marijuana? Tell the truth. This is more about preventing over-informing rather than maliciously misleading to enlist. A recent post made me think of these questions. There's been zero issues from the surgery and was absolutely necessary as I couldn't do more than 10 pushups without the wrist being in terrible pain. If it's the latter, it's probably okay to omit. Not WW 1/2. If you do tell the truth about the surgery and wait 6 months for the lasik, you will probably still be able to get a contract, but you will have to go … Regardless of what you say when you enlist, if you undergo an investigation for a security clearance, you absolutely must be honest about everything. I am scheduled to arrive at meps (NAVY) TOMORROW and i'm really nervous as to what's going to happen. I need some advice. He was informed at that time that the FBI criminal background investigation discovered the juvenile felony conviction. It seems like 24/7 recruiters are instructing people to lie at MEPS to keep themselves out of sticky situations that may require waivers. So different standards for sure. Don’t lie. It's not a misdemeanor, it's not the same as getting a speeding ticket. R: Ever smoke Marijuana, Never even touched the stuff. Or go through MEPS and they go for a waiver. about have sh*ty bad cramps on my period, about scares i have, tons of sh*t i lied about. Do not attempt to interpret the questions your recruiter and MEPS will ask you--answer them as they are written. 7. my nose has a pink patch on it and … I find it hard to believe you would get separated for fraudulent enlistment over the sprained ankle example, or a septoplasty case I saw on here a while back. If you do tell the truth about the surgery and wait 6 months for the lasik, you will probably still be able to get a contract, but you will have to go through a bunch of unnecessary shit. I did and it worked out. The problem is the use of the word lie. That is half. For example, if you sprained your ankle once and wore a brace. I know a guy who lied about lasik because he didn't want to wait 6 months and nobody at meps found out. Do you need to tell them about every time you sneezed and you mother took you to the ER. Every child ends up in the ER for stupid things. Locking this, since you have your answer and it's the only answer we're going to allow here. Should I start applying scar reducing cream to make it less noticeable? The government in general, and the military specifically, has a certain responsibility to the tax-payers. Glad to hear eye stuff is routine. But on the other hand people are saying that if you lie they WILL find out and you are fucked. 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