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NYPD Disqualification Appeal…

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To appeal an NYPD disqualification, the process typically involves submitting a written request for review to the Civil Service Commission (CSC) within 30 days of the disqualification notice. You will need to include a copy of the disqualification notice and any supporting documentation. The CSC will review the case and decide whether or not to reinstate you. If reinstated, the NYPD has a 30-day period to accept or appeal the decision.

Here’s a more detailed breakdown:

Receiving a Notice of Disqualification (NOD):

You will receive a letter or email informing you of the disqualification, which will also include instructions on how to file an appeal.

Gathering Supporting Documentation:You must collect any relevant documents or evidence that may support your appeal.

CSC Review:
The CSC will review your case, and consider the disqualification grounds along with any supporting evidence you have provided.

Decision by CSC:
The CSC will determine whether your disqualification should be overturned and you should be reinstated.

NYPD Response:
If the CSC decides in your favor, the NYPD will have 30 days to accept or appeal the CSC’s decision.

Potential Reinstatement:
If the NYPD accepts the CSC’s decision, you will be reinstated to the eligible list and can continue with the hiring process.

Article 78 Action (if necessary):
If the CSC decision is not in your favor, you may be able to file an Article 78 action in the New York State Supreme Court. This lawsuit allows you to challenge the CSC’s decision.

Important Considerations:

Time Limit:
It is crucial to act quickly and meet the 30-day deadline for filing an appeal.

Legal Counsel:
Consider consulting with an experienced NYPD disqualification appeal attorney who can guide you through the process and help you prepare a thorough, complete and compelling appeal.  Kevin P. Sheerin has 22 years of experience assisting disqualified NYPD candidates.

Psychological Disqualifications:
If you were disqualified for psychological reasons, you may need to obtain a separate psychological evaluation from a licensed psychologist to support your appeal.

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Filing an Appeal with CSC:
Within 30 days of receiving the final Notice of Disqualification, you must submit a written request for review to the CSC, according to NYC.gov.

If you failed your NYPD Psychological Evaluation or have been disqualified for any reason and would like to schedule a free consultation, feel free to contact Kevin Sheerin at 516.248.0040.

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NYPD Psychological Disqualification Appeals Attorney

Your Guide to the NYPD Psychological Exam (Written and Oral)…

The NYPD written test is a full day of paperwork, administered in a group setting. When you go, be prepared to complete autobiographical questionnaires, symptom inventories, and two lengthy objective personality inventory measures.

The oral interview is a one-on-one evaluation with a Psychologist who will ask you questions about your educational, employment, psychological, medical and legal history, as well as your social relationships. You can expect a more in depth interview if the Psychologist believes there are areas of concern which require closer examination. The oral interview generally takes about 1 hour.


For both the written testing and oral interview, you should come prepared (bring a resume, transcripts, etc.). And, ALWAYS be completely open and honest.

For further information about the NYPD Psychological Exam click the link:
https://www.nyc.gov/site/nypd/careers/police-officers/faqs-hiring-pos.page#psy

If you failed your NYPD Psychological Evaluation or have been disqualified for any reason and would like to schedule a free consultation, contact Kevin Sheerin at 516.248.0040.

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-Your Guide to the NYPD Psychological Exam (Written and Oral)

Filing a Successful NYPD Appeal involves critical components from gathering evidence to structuring your arguments. Utilizing the expertise of Kevin Sheerin and his knowledgeable legal team is an excellent first step, as hiring a seasoned professional will certainly make your appeal stand out.

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Character & Background Disqualification

If you have been Psychologically  Disqualified by the NYPD for the position of Police Officer, Correction Officer, Firefighter or any other civil service job, you should begin your appeal immediately, as you only have 30 days to start the process.

Although you can Appeal your Disqualification on your own, a more prudent choice is to hire experts familiar with the civil service appeals process, who have extensive knowledge and experience appealing Psychological Disqualifications.

Regardless of whether you were psychologically disqualified for anxiety, depression, poor judgment or any other reason, you should start your appeal as soon as possible, so your record does not follow you, raising red flags for anyone viewing them, thereby ruining your chances of securing a civil service job in the future.

In order to appeal your Psychological Disqualification, you will need to hire a Clinical Psychologist who will review your file, have you undergo additional tests and prepare a psychological evaluation on your behalf.

You should also hire an experienced Attorney who will advise you of your rights, review your entire civil service psychological record and prepare you for all the steps and hurdles you will face throughout the appeals process. Your attorney will also work closely with your Psychologist and prepare and file all of your appeals documents.  Hiring an expert Attorney and Psychologist will give you the best chance of reversing your disqualification and clearing your name.

If you received a NYPD Psychological Disqualification, but are confused as to how you should proceed, the following video explains the NYPD psychological disqualification appeal process, and the steps you must follow in order to succeed. It outlines the NYPD psychological Notice of Proposed Disqualification (NOPD) steps, followed by what you should do if you receive a Notice for a second interview. It further explains what you should do if you receive a Notice of Disqualification (NOD), which can be appealed to the NYC Civil Service Commission.

As a civil service disqualification appeals attorney with 22 years of experience, Kevin Sheerin has extensive knowledge on how to appeal a NYPD Disqualification. Over the years he has helped many clients win their appeal. He can help you too.

If you failed your NYPD Psychological Evaluation or have been disqualified for any reason and would like to schedule a free consultation, please feel free to contact Kevin Sheerin at 516.248.0040.

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NYPD Disqualification – NOPD

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NYPD Disqualification Appeal…

To appeal an NYPD disqualification, the process typically involves submitting a written request for review to the Civil Service Commission (CSC) within 30 days of the disqualification notice. You’ll need to include a copy of the disqualification notice and any supporting documentation. The CSC will review the case and decide whether to reinstate you. If reinstated, the NYPD has a 30-day period to accept or appeal the decision. 

Here’s a more detailed breakdown:

Receive Notice of Disqualification (NOD):
You’ll receive a letter or email informing you of the disqualification, which will also include instructions for filing an appeal.

Gather Supporting Documentation:
Collect any relevant documents or evidence that may support your appeal.

CSC Review:
The CSC will review your case, considering the disqualification grounds and any supporting evidence you’ve provided.

Decision by CSC:
The CSC will determine whether your disqualification should be overturned and you should be reinstated.

NYPD Response:
If the CSC decides in your favor, the NYPD will have 30 days to accept or appeal the CSC’s decision.

Potential Reinstatement:
If the NYPD accepts the CSC’s decision, you will be reinstated to the eligible list and can continue with the hiring process.

Article 78 Action (if necessary):
If the CSC decision is not in your favor, you may be able to file an Article 78 action in the New York State Supreme Court. This lawsuit allows you to challenge the CSC’s decision. 

Important Considerations:

Time Limit:
It’s crucial to act quickly and meet the 30-day deadline for filing an appeal. 

Legal Counsel:
Consider consulting with an experienced NYPD disqualification appeal attorney who can guide you through the process and help you prepare a thorough, complete and compelling appeal.  Kevin P Sheerin has 22 years of experience assisting disqualified NYPD candidates. 

Psychological Disqualifications:
If you were disqualified for psychological reasons, you may need to obtain a separate psychological evaluation from a licensed psychologist to support your appeal.

File Appeal with CSC:
Within 30 days of receiving the final Notice of Disqualification, submit a written request for review to the CSC, according to NYC.gov. 

If you failed your NYPD Psychological Evaluation or have been disqualified for any reason and would like to schedule a free consultation, feel free to contact Kevin Sheerin at 516.248.0040.

Email: kevin@sheerinlaw.com
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NYPD Aggressively Seeking New Police Officers…

According to a recent article published by the New York Post (click the link below for the complete story) the NYPD is desperately looking to hire new Police Officers in an effort to combat the seriously low number of viable applicants they currently having to consider for the job:

https://nypost.com/2025/01/04/us-news/number-of-nypd-applicants-plummeted-as-nyc-force-tries-to-hire-1600-officers/?utm_campaign=iphone_nyp&utm_source=message_app

The New York Post article reported that the number of candidates taking the test to join the NYPD has plunged in the past eight years, further reporting that according to data from the Police Benevolent Association,  prospective members have dropped from 18,000 in 2017 to just 8,000 in 2025 — a 55% decline.

A union spokesman reported that Mayor Adams pledged in November to bring on 1,600 new cops in 2025 — but the city has been having trouble finding viable candidates. According to the New York Post article, the general rule is 1 out of every 8 candidates pass the test and meet all the other NYPD criteria. So to fill 1,600 academy slots, a pool of almost 13,000 candidates is needed.

The article concludes with the statement that “Our city needs to balance the scales — by both reducing the burdens on cops and boosting compensation — in order to compete for the top recruits.”

If becoming an NYPD Police Officer is the career path you have always dreamed of, there is NO BETTER TIME THAN RIGHT NOW!

If you failed your NYPD Psychological Evaluation or have been disqualified for any reason and would like to schedule a free consultation, feel free to contact Kevin Sheerin at 516.248.0040.

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NYPD Medical Disqualification Appeal…

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Appealing Your NYPD Disqualification Due to Medical Reasons – The Power of Medical Documentation: In this post, we will emphasize the importance of medical documentation and how it can support your appeal. We will also provide you with guidance on obtaining and presenting relevant medical records to strengthen your case.

Have you taken a civil service exam to become a police officer, fire fighter, corrections officer, sanitation worker or other civil servant for New York City or New York State and received a letter stating you are disqualified for medical reasons? If so, you only have thirty (30) days to appeal this decision, so you must act quickly. Your best option is to seek the legal advice of an attorney who can properly handle your disqualification appeal.

There are many reasons why candidates can be medically disqualified. Any physical disability that would make it difficult to perform the duties of the position applied for would be grounds for disqualification. This would include minor problems with hearing or vision, as well as more major issues involving the respiratory or cardiovascular systems.

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In the case of a medical disqualification you will need to see a third “independent” medical professional to obtain medical documentation that would support your argument that you are qualified for the job in question. This doctor will review the report written by the original doctor and write their own report with their findings. This report is then sent to the Civil Service Commission who will review it in order to make their final determination. You have sixty (60) days to submit medical documentation supporting your appeal.

A hearing may be scheduled to allow you to present your appeal. If a hearing is scheduled you will be notified in writing of the date and time. At this hearing you and/or your attorney have the opportunity to present arguments in support of your position. In the case of a medical disqualification, your doctor could be present to provide further insight into why they believe you are physically able to serve in the civil service position that you are applying for.

After the hearing, the Commission will determine whether or not to grant your appeal. The final decision is in written format and a copy is mailed to you and your lawyer. You then have the option of filing an Article 78 appeal if you are not satisfied with the outcome.

The following video covers additional information regarding NYPD Medical Disqualifications:

Kevin P. Sheerin - NYPD Psychological Disqualification Appeals Attorney

Kevin Sheerin is a civil service appeals attorney with over 21 years of experience. If you have questions about your disqualification and would like to schedule a free consultation, feel free to contact Kevin at 516-248-0040.

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Filing a Successful NYPD Appeal involves critical components from gathering evidence to structuring your arguments. Utilizing the expertise of Kevin Sheerin and his legal team is an excellent first step, as hiring a seasoned professional will certainly make your appeal stand out.

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Steps to Filing an NYPD Disqualification Appeal…

If you have been Psychologically Disqualified by the NYPD for the position of Police Officer, Correction Officer, Firefighter or any other civil service job, you should begin your appeal immediately, as you only have 30 days to start the process.

Although you can Appeal your Disqualification on your own, a more prudent choice is to hire experts familiar with the civil service appeals process, who have extensive knowledge and experience appealing Psychological Disqualifications.

Regardless of whether you were psychologically disqualified for anxiety, depression, poor judgment or any other reason, you should start your appeal as soon as possible, so your record does not follow you, raising red flags for anyone viewing them, thereby ruining your chances of securing a civil service job in the future.

In order to appeal your Psychological Disqualification, you will need to hire a Clinical Psychologist who will review your file, have you undergo additional tests and prepare a psychological evaluation on your behalf.

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You should also hire an experienced Attorney who will advise you of your rights, review your entire civil service psychological record and prepare you for all the steps and hurdles you will face throughout the appeals process. Your attorney will also work closely with your Psychologist and prepare and file all of your appeals documents.  Hiring an expert Attorney and Psychologist will give you the best chance of reversing your disqualification and clearing your name.

If you received a NYPD Psychological Disqualification, but are confused as to how you should proceed, the following video explains the NYPD psychological disqualification appeal process, and the steps you must follow in order to succeed. It outlines the NYPD psychological Notice of Proposed Disqualification (NOPD) steps, followed by what you should do if you receive a Notice for a second interview. It further explains what you should do if you receive a Notice of Disqualification (NOD), which can be appealed to the NYC Civil Service Commission.

As a civil service disqualification appeals attorney with more than 21 years of experience, Kevin Sheerin has extensive knowledge on how to appeal a NYPD Disqualification. Over the years he has helped many clients win their appeal. He can help you too.

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If you failed your NYPD Psychological Evaluation or have been disqualified for any reason and would like to schedule a free consultation, please feel free to contact Kevin Sheerin at 516.248.0040.

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Will NYPD Hire Me if I have an Arrest Record?

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Being arrested, receiving criminal court summonses or traffic tickets will not automatically disqualify you from becoming a Police Officer.

The only statutory disqualifiers to becoming an NYPD Police Officer are:

1. a felony conviction,
2. a domestic violence misdemeanor conviction, or
3. a dishonorable discharge from the military.

In essence, these are really the only 3 instances which will get you immediately disqualified from becoming an NYPD Police Officer. The NYPD considers the totality of your background investigation when determining your eligibility for employment. However, candidates must remember to ALWAYS be honest about all aspects of their background investigation, as there is a good possibility that any type of deception or omission of pertinent background information will lead to a disqualification. This point cannot be stressed enough. You should NEVER lie to your investigator. It is always better to be truthful about your history, background and experiences, then to lie about them or attempt to hide them.

Tune in to Kevin’s New York Civil Service law attorney podcast for further tips, guidance and information above the NYPD Hiring Process. And don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review if you find his episodes helpful. Remember, stay focused, stay prepared and never give up on your dreams.

If you failed your NYPD Psychological Evaluation or have been disqualified for any reason and would like to schedule a free consultation, feel free to contact Kevin Sheerin at 516.248.0040.

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New NYPD Candidate Hiring Policies…

In response to the NYPD Hiring Crisis, one of the changes being introduced in the New Plan is a reduction in College Credit Requirements for Police Academy Entry.

To read the complete NYPD Article click on the following link:

https://www.nyc.gov/site/nypd/news/pr007/more-cops-better-training-commissioner-tisch-new-policies-expand-recruitment-and

The Police Commissioner is introducing a three-part plan to attract more candidates and modernize NYPD education requirements. This three-part plan includes:

1) reducing the number of college credits required of candidates in order to enter the Police Academy,

2) increasing the credits earned by completing recruit training at the academy, and

3) reinstating the timed-run requirement to graduate.

The NYPD is one of the only municipal police forces in the country that still requires college credits for candidates. As a result, in 2023, 29% of NYPD applications (which affected 2,275 potential officers) were disqualified solely because of this requirement. To remedy this hiring crisis, these changes will allow the NYPD to attract more potential officers while maintaining academic and fitness standards.

“Effective immediately, the NYPD will reduce the college credit requirement to enter the Police Academy from 60 credits to 24 credits. Individuals interested in an NYPD career who have acquired a minimum of 24 college credits are now eligible to apply, including more than 5,000 candidates on 29 active civil service lists who were previously ineligible.”

NYPD Commissioner Tisch is acutely aware of the current crisis facing the department, stating that NYPD Police Officers “work tirelessly to keep crime down and protect our communities, but it’s no secret that the NYPD is facing a hiring crisis. These changes will bring the department more in line with peer agencies across the country, strengthen our officer training, and ensure that the NYPD remains the best, and most rewarding way for someone to serve their community.”

If you failed your NYPD Psychological Evaluation or have been disqualified for any reason and would like to schedule a free consultation, feel free to contact Kevin Sheerin at 516.248.0040.

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NYPD Appeals – Frequently Asked Questions…

1. What types of disqualifications can your firm help me appeal?

We specialize in appealing NYPD, FDNY, and NYC Department of Corrections disqualifications, including psychological, medical, and character/background disqualifications.

2. What is the process for appealing a disqualification?

Our process includes reviewing your Notice of Proposed Disqualification (NOPD), preparing and submitting an appeal, obtaining your full file, and guiding you through the next steps, which may include a second interview or a hearing before the NYC Civil Service Commission.

3. How much does the appeal process cost?

We charge a flat fee of $2,500, which covers the entire appeal process. This includes both Step 1 (Notice Of Proposed Disqualification appeal) and Step 2 (Notice of Disqualification appeal), as well as potential representation before the NYC Civil Service Commission.

4. How long does the appeal process take?

The timeline varies depending on the type of disqualification and the complexity of the case. Psychological appeals can take several months, while medical and character/background appeals may have different processing times.

5. Can I appeal if I have already received a Notice of Disqualification (NOD)?

Yes. Even if you have received a Notice of Disqualification, you can still appeal the decision. We can assist you in filing a thorough and well-supported appeal to increase your chances of success.

6. What are my chances of winning an appeal?

Every case is unique including your personal history and life events and success depends on the strength of the evidence and arguments presented. However, our firm has over 22 years of experience successfully helping candidates overcome disqualifications and get appointed to the Academy.

7. What documents do I need to provide for my appeal?

You should provide all correspondence related to your disqualification, including your NOPD, NOD (if applicable), and any supporting documents, such as medical records, psychological evaluations, or drivers abstract.

8. Do I need an attorney to appeal my disqualification?

While you can attempt an appeal on your own, having an attorney with specialized experience significantly improves your chances. Our firm has extensive knowledge of the appeals process and a track record of success.

9. Do you offer virtual consultations?

Yes, we offer video consultations for clients wherever they may be, making it easy to discuss your case and next steps without needing to visit our office in person.

10. What happens if my appeal is denied?

If your appeal is denied, we will assess your case to determine if there are any further options, such as requesting reconsideration or pursuing other legal avenues.

11. I was disqualified years ago. Can I still appeal?

Depending on the circumstances, you may be able to reapply or challenge a past disqualification. Contact us for a consultation to evaluate your options.

12. Why should I choose your firm?

Our firm is led by a retired NYPD Captain with experience in the NYPD Legal Bureau. We have helped numerous candidates successfully appeal their disqualifications over the past 22 years, and we understand the complexities of the process better than anyone.

13. How do I get started with my appeal?

Contact us today for a consultation. We will review your case, explain your options, and guide you through the next steps to challenge your disqualification effectively.

If you failed your NYPD Psychological Evaluation or have been disqualified for any reason and would like to schedule a free consultation, feel free to contact Kevin Sheerin at 516.248.0040.

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