Citation Nr: 18158576
Decision Date: 12/17/18	Archive Date: 12/17/18

DOCKET NO. 17-59 642
DATE:	December 17, 2018
ORDER
Entitlement to an increased rating for posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is dismissed.
FINDING OF FACT
In a November 2018 statement, the Veteran asked to cancel his appeal that was currently pending before the Board.  
CONCLUSION OF LAW
The appeal for entitlement to a disability rating in excess of 70 percent for PTSD is dismissed. 38 U.S.C. § 7105; 38 C.F.R. §§ 20.202 , 20.204, 20.302.
REASONS AND BASES FOR FINDING AND CONCLUSION
The Veteran served in the Army from March 1964 to February 1966 and in the Navy from December 1968 to May 1969. The Veteran was awarded the Vietnam Service Medal among other decorations. 
1. Entitlement to an increased rating for posttraumatic stress disorder
The Board may dismiss any appeal that fails to allege specific error of fact or law in the determination being appealed. 38 U.S.C. § 7105. An appeal may be withdrawn as to any or all issues involved in the appeal at any time before the Board promulgates a decision. 38 C.F.R. § 20.204. Withdrawal may be made by the Veteran or by his or her authorized representative. Id.  
In November 2018, the Veteran was notified that his appeal had been transferred to the Board.  In response, that same month, the Veteran faxed a letter to VA.  That letter specifically stated that the Veteran “wish[ed] to cancel this appeal notice.”  The Veteran stated that his representative had filed the appeal on his behalf, and he asked that the appeal be “kindly disregarded.”  The Veteran signed this letter himself.  
This letter clearly shows the Veteran’s intent to cancel his appeal.  It is in writing, it is unambiguous, and it is signed by the Veteran.  The Board shall abide by his wishes and find that this letter meets the criteria for a withdrawal.  



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Accordingly, his claim is dismissed.  
 
EVAN DEICHERT
Veterans Law Judge
Board of Veterans’ Appeals
ATTORNEY FOR THE BOARD	S. N. P. Jochem, Associate Counsel