What is MILPERSMAN 1910-704?
MILPERSMAN 1910-704 is a Navy regulation that provides guidance on determining separation authorities for enlisted personnel.

Why is it important to determine separation authority?
Determining separation authority establishes the proper procedure and authority needed to separate an enlisted Sailor from the Navy.

Who is responsible for determining separation authority?
The commanding officer or officer-in-charge (CO/OIC) is responsible for determining separation authority for enlisted personnel under their command.

What factors are considered when determining separation authority?
Factors such as the length of service, nature of offense, and overall performance of the Sailor are taken into consideration when determining separation authority.

Can an enlisted Sailor request a specific separation authority?
Enlisted Sailors may express their preference for a specific separation authority, but the final decision lies with the commanding officer.

What is an administrative separation?
An administrative separation is a non-judicial process to separate an enlisted Sailor from the Navy based on administrative reasons, such as failure to meet standards or misconduct.

What is a disciplinary separation?
A disciplinary separation is a punitive action that results from a court-martial conviction or other serious misconduct.

Can an enlisted Sailor be administratively separated for medical reasons?
Yes, under certain circumstances, an enlisted Sailor with medical conditions that affect their military service can be administratively separated.

Is there a specific timeline for determining separation authority?
There is no specific timeline set for determining separation authority, but decisions should be made in a timely manner.