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Will NYPD Hire Me if I have an Arrest Record?

By Kevin Sheerin on April 30, 2025
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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.

Email: kevin@sheerinlaw.com

Website: www.sheerinlaw.com

Blog: civilservice.sheerinlaw.com

Podcast: www.newyorkcivilservicelawattorneypodcast.com

-Will NYPD Hire Me if I have an Arrest Record?

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