If you receive a NYPD psychological, medical or character/background disqualification, you should appeal. There are two factors that are crucial in your disqualification appeal.  The first one is following the appeal process, and the second is the facts of your case.

It is vital that you consult with experts who are experienced in the appeals process. You will need both an attorney and a Mental Health Professional that special in disqualification appeals. Attempting to appeal on your own may cause you to miss out on important opportunities for you to make crucial arguments that could turn the appeal in your favor.

I am a civil service disqualification appeals attorney with more than 18 years of experience. I have helped many clients win their appeal. I can help you win yours too.

If you have questions and would like to schedule a free consultation, please do not hesitate to contact me at 516 248 0040.

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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 process.

In the case below, the Appellate Division, First Department dismissed the Article 78 because the candidate failed to appeal to the New York City Civil Service Commission before filing the Article 78 lawsuit.

Read about this NYPD disqualification case here.

I have been a civil service disqualification appeals attorney for more than 18 years. During that time I have helped many clients win their appeal. I can help you too.

If you have questions and would like to schedule a free consultation, please feel free to contact me at 516-248-0040.

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What can you 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 an oral psychological interview.

You could be asked questions about the answers you gave on the written exam and you will be asked to explain your answers.

You will be asked questions about your Education History, Work History, Driving History, Arrest History (if any), Psychotherapy or medicines taken, Family and Relationships and other relevant topics

You will be asked to explain any issues that arise in any of the above topics.

You may be asked to provide authorizations for the Psychologist to get documents from your schools or jobs, and you will have to provide to them to complete the process.

You may receive notice that you have been placed on psychological review.  This review can take some time as other members of the NYPD team review your file.

I have been a civil service disqualification appeals attorney for more than 18 years. During that time I have helped many of my clients win their appeal. I can help you too.

If you have questions about your NYPD disqualification and would like to schedule a free consultation, please contact me at 516 248 0040.

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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, in order to get a second interview you must first appeal your disqualification.

It is imperative that you obtain all of the facts before you act.

I am available for a phone consultation, zoom conference or FaceTime if you would like to discuss the facts of your history and the appeal process for NOPD appeals (“step one”). We will also discuss what happened in the oral psychological interview, tips and tactics, and how to avoid traps in a second interview, as well as the process for filing an appeal with the New York City Civil Service Commission in the event that you do not succeed at step one. We will also talk about how to present the best case in order to get a hearing before the commission and how to succeed at that hearing.

FOLLOWING, ARE CURRENT CLIENT REVIEWS AFTER A SECOND INTERVIEW:

April, 2021 – “Kevin Sheerin did an excellent job with my appeal. A straight shooter that gets you to the finish line with ease. Highly knowledgeable and thorough. Reasonably priced and worth every penny. I highly recommend his services!” – Daniel G.

February, 2021 – “Kevin Sheerin helped me prepare for a second interview which I passed! Always attentive, caring and responsive. Completely recommend!” – V.V.

Please feel free to call 516-248-0040 or email me at kevin@sheerinlaw.com.

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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 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.

Psychological

Reason: Fail the written or oral psychological examination.

There are two components to the psychological exam – written and oral. You can fail either one of these portions and be disqualified. If you receive a psychological disqualification you will need a second opinion from another psychologist. This doctor will need to interview you, review the records from the department you applied to, and then write a report giving their professional opinion of your fitness to serve as a civil servant.

Character

Reason: Fail the background check.

On the DCAS website they set forth the following list of concerning factors that may disqualify a candidate from the NYPD:

The following are factors which would ordinarily be cause for disqualification:

• Conviction of an offense which indicates lack of good moral character or disposition towards violence or disorder, or which is punishable by one or more years imprisonment.
• Repeated convictions of an offense which indicates disrespect for the law.
• Discharge from employment as a result of poor behavior or inability to adjust to discipline.
• Dishonorable discharge from the United States Military.
• Conviction of an offense for Domestic Violence Misdemeanors.
• A Felony.
• Statutory Disqualification (disqualified by law).

As a civil service attorney with more than 18 years of experience, I have successfully helped many of my clients win their NYPD disqualification appeal. I can help you too.

If you have questions about your Disqualification and would like to schedule a free consultation, feel free to call me at 516 248 0040 to discuss your appeal.

Email: kevin@sheerinlaw.com

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