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POLICE & CORRECTION APPEALS
New York City Police Department (NYPD) and New York City Department of Correction (NYC DOC) Notice of Proposed Disqualificdation (NOPD) New York State Disqualification, Suffolk County and Nassau County (Not Qualified)


LAW ENFORCEMENT CANDIDATES: Challenging “Not Qualified” or “Psychologically Disqualified” Determinations by Civil Service Commissions
Article 78 proceedings can impose a significant financial burden on Civil Service Commissions and their respective jurisdictions (e.g., the County or City). As a result, some law enforcement agencies may opt to invite disqualified candidates back for a second interview or supplemental evaluation in an effort to avoid costly and protracted litigation.
Dr. Mark Lerner
Jul 212 min read


Wrongfully Branding Law Enforcement Candidates as Psychologically Unsuitable Due to a History of Mental Health Care
Per Se Notices of Proposed Psychological Disqualification (NOPD) by Mark D. Lerner, Ph.D. Clinical & Forensic Psychologist Chairman, The...
Dr. Mark Lerner
Apr 252 min read


Notice of Proposed Disqualification (NOPD) with the NYPD or the NYC DOC
Receiving an NOPD by the NYPD or the NYCDOC can be a disheartening experience for any candidate aspiring to join the Department. However,...
Dr. Mark Lerner
Jul 8, 20232 min read


What NOT to Do During Your Law Enforcement PSYCHOLOGICAL INTERVIEW / EXAMINATION
• Arrive late • Ask too many questions • Show feelings of anger if confronted • Use profanity • Try to present yourself in an overly...
Dr. Mark Lerner
Jul 8, 20231 min read


20 Practical Tips for Your Oral Psychological Evaluation for a Law Enforcement Position
1. Arrive early. 2. Dress appropriately (e.g., dark suit, white or light blue shirt/blouse, conservative tie, etc.). 3. Be...
Dr. Mark Lerner
Jul 7, 20232 min read


Appealing a Civil Service Psychological Disqualification
Have you applied for the position of police officer, correction officer, probation officer, park ranger, state trooper, sheriff,...
Dr. Mark Lerner
Jul 7, 20232 min read
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