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We continue to help candidates who have been disqualified from the NYPD.  For more than 18 years we have assisted candidates who receive letters for NYPD psychological, NYPD medical or NYPD character or background disqualification.  In each of these areas we Read More …

The following steps are required in order to successfully complete the NYPD hiring process: Written Entrance Exam: Candidates must pass a written examination offered by the Department of Citywide Administrative Services in order to move forward in the hiring process  Medical 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 …

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 …

We are here to assist you if you receive a NYPD Disqualification… Feel free to call us at 516-248-0040 or email kevin@sheerinlaw.com. There is a two step appeal process: The first step in the appeal process is to appeal to the NYPD, Read More …

There has been a sharp increase in the percentage of candidates appealing their NYPD NOPD psychological disqualification, and subsequently succeeding at a second interview. However, before you can get a second interview you must first appeal your disqualification. It is imperative that you Read More …

What you can expect in the NYPD psychological testing process…. The NYPD will give you a written exam consisting of hundreds of questions.  After the examination is scored you will be called to meet with a NYPD Psychological staff member for Read More …

Part of the psychological disqualification appeal process is finding a psychologist who will help you make the strongest arguments for your candidacy. If the psychologist is unable or unwilling to acknowledge your accomplishments, good points and strengths or adversities you have overcome, 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 …

There are 3 main types of disqualifications for civil service jobs – medical, psychological and character. Medical Reason: Fail the medical examination. There are many reasons why candidates can be medically disqualified. Any physical disability that would make it difficult to Read More …