Conviction Statement - December 1st Application Rejections

Did you receive an email or letter from the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) notifying you that your application was rejected? Starting December 1, 2024, the USCG will strictly enforce rules for application completeness, leading to rejections if any part of the application is missing or incorrect. This includes applications for OUPV renewal, Six-Pack license upgrades, and 100-Ton license applications.

You can read the USCG’s official notification regarding application rejections here.

When an application is rejected, mariners must submit the entire package again, including corrected documents. Among the most common reasons for rejection is a missing or incomplete conviction statement using the CG-719C form.

This blog post will explain how to resolve issues related to the CG-719C conviction statement and ensure your application is accepted.

Why Applications Get Rejected Over Conviction Statements

If you checked "yes" on any box in the Criminal Record section of the CG-719B form (e.g., convictions, drug use) but didn’t include a completed CG-719C form, your application will be rejected.

The CG-719C form is required to provide the USCG with details of all convictions that have not been previously disclosed.

Common Conviction Statement Mistakes

1. Failure to Disclose All Convictions
   Every conviction must be disclosed, even minor ones, unless they were previously reported to the USCG.
2. No Memo for Previously Disclosed Convictions
   If you’ve already reported a conviction in a past application, you must include a signed memo stating this. You can generate this memo for free inside your MM-SEAS account.
3. Untruthful Statements on the CG-719B Form
   Never omit criminal history to avoid completing the CG-719C form. The USCG conducts a thorough background check, and dishonesty is considered fraud, which could lead to serious consequences.

How to Fix a Rejected Application

Step 1: Complete the CG-719C Form

Download the CG-719C form here and include full, truthful details for any required convictions. If you’re unsure how to fill it out, check out our detailed guide here.

Step 2: Address Previously Disclosed Convictions

If you’ve disclosed a conviction in a prior application, generate a memo inside your MM-SEAS account. This memo confirms to the USCG that your prior conviction has already been reported.

Step 3: Resubmit Your Entire Application

The USCG does not retain rejected applications or partial updates. You must resubmit your complete package, including:

• Corrected CG-719B form
• Completed CG-719C form or memo for previously disclosed convictions
• Any supporting documents, like proof of fees or TWIC compliance

Additional Resources

Need help with other application rejections? Check out these guides:

• Application Rejected because of TWIC Issue
• Application Rejected because CG-719B Cannot be Processed 
• Application Rejected because of Drug Test Issue
• Application Rejected because of Missing Evaluation Fee

For more comprehensive guidance, refer to our Ultimate USCG License Renewal Checklist. This resource ensures mariners applying for their private boat captain’s license, OUPV renewal, or 100-Ton license upgrade meet every USCG license requirement.

How MM-SEAS Simplifies the Process

At MM-SEAS, we specialize in making applications error-free and stress-free. Here’s how we help:

1. Automated Document Management
   Generate memos and ensure all required forms are correctly filled out.
2. Comprehensive Review
   Our team reviews your submission to ensure compliance with all USCG license renewal requirements.
3. Streamlined Resubmission
   We manage the entire process, helping you avoid common pitfalls that could lead to rejection.

Pricing

• $349 per application (includes pay.gov fees)
• $249 if you’ve already paid your fees and uploaded the receipt

Avoid Rejections and Stay on the Water

Don’t let a missing conviction statement or incomplete CG-719C form derail your merchant mariner career. MM-SEAS is here to help you navigate the complexities of MMC status tracking, applications for USCG license renewal, and more.

Start your journey toward a perfect application today by creating your free account at MM-SEAS. Let us ensure your application is smooth sailing from start to finish.

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