9 stupid mistakes boots immediately regret

In life, making mistakes is inevitable — happens to everyone. While some screw-ups in the civilian sector aren't considered a big deal, making them in the military can include a heavy punishment.

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For many new service members, shedding that civilian mentality of "I can do whatever I want," is a challenge — especially when you have to wait for permission to do something like go home for the day.

Too late now. (Images via Giphy)

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So check out our list of stupid mistakes boots immediately regret during that special adjustment-to-active-duty period:

1. Talking back to a superior

Sometimes you feel the need to tell off someone higher ranking than you just to show your bros how tough you are. In many cases, the punishment given for that action can be worse than the crime committed.

Someone's getting extra duty (Images via Giphy)

2. Marrying just for the benefits

Sure, the extra pay to buy beer for your friends sounds good now, but there are so many things that can go wrong right after saying the words, "I do."

3. Sleeping with a grenade for your friend

We do a lot for our military brothers and sisters; this can include sleeping with someone's friend as a personal favor.

This one is rarely a repeat mistake...

4. Over-sleeping and missing formation

It happens quite frequently, especially after a long night of drinking. I hope that sleep was worth it, because you're gonna get reamed.

Being super cute won't get you out of trouble every time. (Images via Giphy)

5. Getting caught with someone hiding in your trunk

After a set time, most military bases won't allow people to enter the front gate without proper ID. So there's only one way to sneak that special someone through security — stow them in the trunk.

Hopefully, your date will fit. (Images via Giphy)

6. Negligent discharge

Everybody wants to look cool while carrying a weapon around. But don't be the one who accidentally fires the damn thing.

Keep your finger off the trigger until you're prepared to fire. (Images via Giphy)

7. When you break something expensive because you don't know how to work it

It happens, but now you either have to man up and face the situation or cover the mistake up somehow.

Yes, you did. (Images via Giphy)

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8. When you try and complete a stunt but...

...it turns out to be an epic fail.

Now you've damaged government property. Go get your Motrin and then get ready to fill out paperwork.

His take off was good, but he failed to stick the landing. (Images via Giphy)

9. Getting a DUI

Showing your boys you can drive drunk is a dumb way to show off.

At least he didn't spill his beer. (Images via Giphy)Can you think of any others? Comment below.