What type of military discharge may lead to a loss of certain rights?

A discharge categorized as "Other than Honorable" can result in a loss of certain rights and benefits. This type of discharge typically occurs when a service member engages in behavior that is inconsistent with the conduct expected in military service but does not rise to the level of a Bad-Conduct Discharge or Dishonorable Discharge.

Those who receive an "Other than Honorable" discharge may face restrictions in access to veteran benefits, such as healthcare, education, and housing assistance. This system is put in place to assess the conduct of service members, and those with this type of discharge may not have fulfilled the expected standards or obligations during their service.

In contrast, other discharge types, such as an Honorable Discharge or even a General Discharge under Honorable Conditions, do not typically carry the same restrictions. While a Bad-Conduct Discharge can lead to similar consequences, it is usually associated with specific offenses that are more severe, whereas "Other than Honorable" may result from various less severe complications in a service member's conduct.