Originally Posted by
LAfrequentflyer
Are you young enough to get into the military for 4 years? If so, you should do it and get that on your record. At the very least you'll get the military block checked and come out with a honorable discharge and be on your way with a clean work history and some education benefits.
-LAFF
Young enough has nothing to do with it....hell you can enter the military up to age 41 now (not all inclusive), but I wouldn't count on pulling it off. Maybe 30+ years ago when there was a draft....these days with the all volunteer force the branches can be very selective on who they allow to serve. Not hard fast rules....and the rules do change. If your honest and own up to it all ....I'm still thinking they still won't take you. All enlistees get a background check. Depending on what you want to do you may have to have a security clearance to qualify for certain skills in the military. That can mean a clean record for at least 10 years or back to age 15. If you really want to serve....it can't hurt to ask.
Work hard....the harder you work the more lucky you will get!