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March 23, 2021 – “I was found psychologically qualified after a second
NYPD Disqualification – Must first Appeal to NYC Civil Service Commission
A police officer must first file an appeal with the NYC Civil Service Commission before filing an Article 78 under the doctrine of “exhaustion of remedies.”
A hiring agency may disqualify a candidate up to three years after hiring the candidate. The three year limit does not apply if fraud was used in the application
Appealing a Civil Service Exam Disqualification
Appealing a Civil Service Exam Disqualification:
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 – either for medical, psychological or background/character reasons? If so, you
Background Portion of Psychological Exam
Candidates are sometimes surprised by the thoroughness of the psychological exam, including the written and oral components. Additionally, candidates can be shocked to learn how thorough the psychologist will be when investigating the following: school, work, interpersonal relationships, family relationships, legal issues, financial issues, substance use or abuse, alcohol use or abuse and mental
NYPD Psychological Disqualification Appeal – NYPD Psych DQ
If you received a Notice of Proposed Disqualification (NOPD), you can appeal. I offer a free consultation for NYPD Psychological, medical or character/background disqualifications. Please call 516-248-3494 or email me at kevin@sheerinlaw.com to arrange for your free consultation. There are two factors that are crucial in your disqualification appeal. The first is following the appeal
For NYPD Disqualification Eligible List Expiration call DCAS Helpline 212-669-1357
If you are in the hiring process for a New York City Civil Service job and you would like to find out when your eligible list expires:
Dial 212-669-1357
Press 2
Enter your social security number
The DCAS help line will tell you when your list was established, and when it will expire. The expiration
NYPD Psychological Appeals – One Chance to Choose Expert & Obtain NYPD Records
I am a NYPD disqualification appeals lawyer with more than 18 years of experience. I have been assisting disqualified NYPD candidates who have received either a Notice of Proposed Disqualification (NOPD) for psychological reasons or a final Notice of Disqualification (NOD) for psychological reasons from the NYPD.
On the NOPD letter the candidate is given
NYPD Disqualification – NOPD
The first notice you will receive when you are NYPD disqualified is a Notice of Proposed Disqualification or NOPD. You will have 30 days to respond to this NOPD. It is recommended that you consult with an attorney to protect your rights and make the most compelling arguments to increase your chances of getting a
NYPD, FDNY, DSNY, NYC Dept. of Corrections Disqualification Appeals
The disappointment and frustration of receiving a disqualification letter from NYPD, FDNY, DSNY or New York City Department of Corrections can be addressed by taking action rather than giving up. One of the great parts of New York City civil service jobs is the New York City Civil Service Commission. The process of appeals has
Appealing a Civil Service Disqualification (Video)
Below is a link to my video explaining the process for NYPD disqualifications, FDNY disqualifications, Department of Correction disqualifications, as well as other disqualifications.
As a civil service appeals attorney with more than 18 years of experience, I have helped many NYPD candidates win their appeal. I can help you too.
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