Will an NCOER reference an incomplete investigation concerning a Soldier?

• A. Yes, necessary for transparency
• B. No, references are not made to incomplete investigations
• C. Only if the soldier is found guilty
• D. Yes, but without identifying details

Answer: (B)

An NCOER, or Non-Commissioned Officer Evaluation Report, serves as an official document that evaluates the performance and potential of an NCO. The integrity and accuracy of the information contained within an NCOER are crucial for maintaining trust and accountability in the evaluation process.

Referencing an incomplete investigation in an NCOER would not only potentially misrepresent facts but could also lead to unwarranted bias against the Soldier in question. Consequently, an incomplete investigation lacks conclusive results and could unfairly impact an individual's career progression and opportunities, thus it is not appropriate to include such information in performance evaluations.

Furthermore, the purpose of an NCOER is to provide an objective assessment of a Soldier's performance based on clear and reliable criteria. Including references to incomplete investigations would detract from that objective nature and could lead to misunderstandings or misinterpretations about the Soldier's character and performance. Therefore, only completed investigations with confirmed findings would be relevant for inclusion in an NCOER to ensure fairness and accuracy in evaluations.