Pickell v. Reed

In his complaint for declaratory relief, appellant sought to enjoin the Navy from releasing him with an undesirable discharge. The district court dismissed the complaint and denied a preliminary injunction, 326 F.Supp. 1086.

While his appeal was pending, appellant stipulated with Navy authorities that, subject to the court’s approval, he be given an undesirable discharge. This court approved the stipulation and vacated an earlier order staying the discharge pending appeal. We now affirm the action of the district court.

Appellant enlisted for four years and, after basic and advanced training,…