"LAPD" another DQ, whats new.

[Safety]

Well, I guess I can join the DQ club.
Not the first time though. If any of you read the other threads you probably already know I am hereby disqualified from LAPD. The DQ letter was as vague as can be. I was told to just appeal and shoot in the dark hoping I know what they are talking about and address it. Are you kidding me??? How would I know!

It is truly amazing after hearing from all of you, the DQ rate LAPD has a reputation for. It is really a shame, because I along with the rest of you know we are good candidates. It is unfortunate that so many good applicants have to go to another agency that is willing to take a better overall look at an individual.

I have been in the process for nearly 5 years. Been DQ'ed once before, appealed and was granted. At that time LAPD had relied on information that was inaccurately obtained by another agency, luckily for me evidence was on my side.
I have been through the process about 3 times now, had my share of various BI's due to promotions and change of personnel. Quite a few to mention.
Scored in the 90's originally way back when I started but was told my score wasn't high enough. Went back to the oral board.. nailed 100%, then got hit with the old "budget issues." Stayed patient with the process, got a new boss at work that didn't like the fact my dream was LE. Gave me the choice to quit or be fired. (was in BG at the time, and BI knew about it.)
Stayed as long as I could, but left for the dreams of pursuing LE. Since then I have gone to school thinking why not put a little more education under my belt. Continued to stay in the process, and maintained good grades. (all A's except for one B)
Heard LA was hiring again went through the entire process again since I was expiring AGAIN, scored well on the interview and passed just about everything.. finished BG got to review panel, and was DQ'ed. :(
I have sacrificed a lot for this dream, unfortunate part is that I gave my job at that time and have been going to school thinking atleast it would show how much I want this and how much I am willing to work for it. I am a minority too, however I am not looking for this as an excuse for hire. I have worked hard in this process and know that I must prove myself like the rest of you. But, I must say it surely is disappointing.
Whats unfortunate is the fact that I vested so much, and at the end its like nothing. As corny as it sounds.. All for a job because, I believe in protecting and serving.

[troysig]

Have you thought of trying a diferent local agency? That might help there have been quite a bit of people on here that have been DQ'd from LAPD.

[Idol25]

Sorry to hear that. LAPD is not the only LE in town. My appeal is still standing with LAPD. The head psych has been sick for 1 week and 1/2. Go figure. However, my paper work has been sitting in her desk for 4 months and has not bother to review it. I know because everytime I called I was told that she has not gotten to my appeal, yet.

Come join us at the Sheriff's. The more the better. Three of my friends from CAPS are also in the process with the Sheriff's because LAPD is taking too long.

I love LAPD, but what can you do when they choose and pick.

By the way, what happen in your BG that might have DQ'd you?

[dogface]

Sorry to hear that, geeze does anyone know what exactly they are looking for? I know that sounds like a stupid question, but if qualified people aren't getting through either LAPD is making mistakes or they are just looking for one specific thing.

[Safety]

Have you thought of trying a diferent local agency? That might help there have been quite a bit of people on here that have been DQ'd from LAPD.

LAPD has always been my dreams. I did apply else where long time ago, but I decided to put all my eggs in one basket.. man was that a bad idea. I decided not to pursue the others because again LA was my dream agency, but also I was already into BG when I was applying to other agencies. I thought I was going to be hired by LA.

By the way, what happen in your BG that might have DQ'd you?

They are so vague, they told me to just appeal and hope I am addressing whatever reason they have for not taking me. WHAT!!! I don't get it. I have been through so many BI and my last BI didn't even call me on any issues. The only other thing I can think of is that I left my last job to pursue LE. Then I went to school. WHAT THE HECK DID I DO WRONG???

Sorry to hear that, geeze does anyone know what exactly they are looking for? I know that sounds like a stupid question, but if qualified people aren't getting through either LAPD is making mistakes or they are just looking for one specific thing.

Maybe someone with: 5 years work experience, good financial standing, never ever ever been late on a single bill, military experience with a nice rank (maybe general or admiral), college degree (ivy league), ph.D too, bilingual (written and spoken), special skill eg; accounting or law, purple heart recipient, is an angel, oh and maybe a good driving record.

ahhh who knows.

[mxwelch]

Get on at another department, get some experience and then apply again.

[Apollo8138]

Get on at another department, get some experience and then apply again.

I second this statement. Apply elsewhere and get your certification. If the LAPD is your goal you can try to lateral later on.

[mjohns2]

@Safety
Not knowing your age I can say that you almost sound like I did about 10-15 years ago when I was applying had had decided to stop.

But like others have already stated apply elsewhere. A lot of smaller departments are really good because there are so many hats you have to wear.

[Safety]

Hopefully this isn't the case, but is there anyone out there possibly facing a DQ too?

[gotcop]

Sorry to hear that Safety. In about a month or two I will start the process and LAPD as like you, it is my dream job. What really scares me is that other qualified people are also getting disqualified. It just makes me wonder, but if it doesn't go as plan with the LAPD then they will lose one hell of an officer.


Gotta keep positive Safety; just keep on applying.

[Safety]

Sorry to hear that Safety. In about a month or two I will start the process and LAPD as like you, it is my dream job. What really scares me is that other qualified people are also getting disqualified. It just makes me wonder, but if it doesn't go as plan with the LAPD then they will lose one hell of an officer.

Gotta keep positive Safety; just keep on applying.

Very true.
I know everyone says to apply to other Depts. which is fine, it's just really unfortunate when the dream agency DQ's good applicants. And yes, in my opinion they will and they HAVE lost a lot of these well qualified applicants (or great future cops) to either other agencies or other careers.

[gotcop]

Very true.
I know everyone says to apply to other Depts. which is fine, it's just really unfortunate when the dream agency DQ's good applicants. And yes, in my opinion they will and they HAVE lost a lot of these well qualified applicants (or great future cops) to either other agencies or other careers.

You could also apply with the LAPD once you are a police office elsewhere, but in all fairness my loyalty will be with the agency that hired me first to tell you the truth. They were the ones that believed in me. So if LAPD doesnt work for me like in your case apply and get hired elsewhere. That elsewhere is where you should work your *** off. Show them what they lost in you.

[manahmanah]

All I can say is keep trying brother. One of my best friends from my agency tried getting on with LAPD and they DQ'ed him but the agency we're with now (MONTEREY COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE) had no problems accepting him and he's a great deputy. In fact, several other local agencies are trying to get him to jump ship and go to their agency. By the way, it's great that you wanna get on with LAPD but I know several deputies and officers that could not stand it there. They said it's great at first, but you're a slave to the radio, going from call to call to call. When you get to a smaller department you get to do a lot more of the investigating and have better chances of going to different schools because in smaller agencies the workload must be spread around more. Just keep on truckin and I'm sure you'll get on somewhere. You have my prayers. By the way, we're still very shorthanded up here at MCSO and can use some good people if you're interested. PM me if you want some info. Also, visit our website: http://www.co.monterey.ca.us/sheriff/

[Safety]

You could also apply with the LAPD once you are a police office elsewhere, but in all fairness my loyalty will be with the agency that hired me first to tell you the truth. They were the ones that believed in me. So if LAPD doesnt work for me like in your case apply and get hired elsewhere. That elsewhere is where you should work your *** off. Show them what they lost in you.

I completely agree with you.

All I can say is keep trying brother. One of my best friends from my agency tried getting on with LAPD and they DQ'ed him but the agency we're with now (MONTEREY COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE) had no problems accepting him and he's a great deputy.........Just keep on truckin and I'm sure you'll get on somewhere. You have my prayers. By the way, we're still very shorthanded up here at MCSO and can use some good people if you're interested. PM me if you want some info. Also, visit our website: http://www.co.monterey.ca.us/sheriff/

He must be proving himself well. If he turns "Sheriff" one day from his hard dedicated work, someone should notify LAPD what they lost! :D
Thanks for the info, I will think of some questions to PM you.

[mxwelch]

It just makes me wonder, but if it doesn't go as plan with the LAPD then they will lose one hell of an officer.

You'll fail the humility test.:rolleyes: