Fight back and appeal your Disqualification

There has been a sharp increase in the percentage of candidates appealing their NYPD NOPD psychological disqualification, and subsequently succeeding at a second interview. But, before you can get a second interview you must appeal your disqualification. It’s good to get the facts before you act. Read More …

A Notice of Proposed Disqualification (NOPD) is the first notice you will receive when you are NYPD disqualified.  You have 30 days to respond/appeal to a NOPD.  It is wise to consult with an attorney to protect your rights and make the most compelling Read More …

With more than 18 years of experience as a NYPD disqualification appeals lawyer I have helped many disqualified candidates who have received either a Notice of Proposed Disqualification (NOPD) or a final Notice of Disqualification (NOD) for psychological reasons from the NYPD. The NOPD Read More …

If you were disqualified as a candidate for a law enforcement or other civil service position for psychological reasons, the first thing you should do is hire an experienced and qualified disqualification appeal lawyer, who thoroughly understands the appeal process and Read More …

If a candidate had an Individual Education Plan (IEP) in school, some NYPD psychologists will consider that a reason for disqualification. The NYPD psychologist will ask you to sign an authorization to get your school records. When the records are received they Read More …

If you received a NYPD psychological, medical or character/background disqualification you should ACT NOW.  Please call 516-248-3494 or email Kevin Sheerin at kevin@sheerinlaw.com to schedule a free consultation.  There are two factors crucial to your disqualification appeal. The first is properly going through each step of the Read More …

NYPD Psychologists use the California POST Manual: Peace Officer Psychological Screening in their evaluations This Manual provides consistency for  psychological evaluations and the criteria used by psychologists, both within and across law enforcement agencies. NYPD Psychologists consider the following Big Read More …

Before applying to become a NYPD officer, candidates who meet the hiring prerequisites outlined in the paragraph below must first take the written civil service exam. Candidates who pass the civil service exam must next apply to the department. Eligible Read More …

Candidates who fail to provide documents requested during the police officer application process will have their file marked discontinued. WARNING! There is no appeal from a discontinued status. Candidates that receive a NOPD or Notice of Proposed Disqualification have thirty (30) days to appeal their disqualification. To Read More …