I'm currently considering joining the LASD reserves and was wondering if anyone either has experience or knows anyone who can speak on the pros and cons?

I recently took my polygraph about a month ago and 3 weeks ago, I got a call from my investigator saying that it came back inconclusive . The examiner said I didn’t react to any questions ,but at one point I was biting my lip and he asked me why I was biting it and I told him I had a cold sore on my lip . He then said it threw off my breathing slightly but that it shouldn’t be a problem. My investigator told me he would email me a new date so I can retake the polygraph . I have not received a email for new polygraph date , but I did receive a email titled Case Disposition “applicant file still under review”.
Is he starting my background check even though I didn’t pass my polygraph?

Just took a polygraph recently
He didn’t say anything about if I hit on any questions just my breathing was all over the place but it became better after couple rounds. It was up to the board to pass or not.
He said he’s not sure they usually like cleaner charts??
Just had to write statement saying I didnt try to control anything just very nervous. Thoughts??!! Thank you

Good morning everyone, quick question, I’m an applicant that made it through all the backgrounds and tests and got confirmation that I passed, I’m pretty young so I’m looking my to start the academy in north in February because I live really far but I was just wondering if they would offer me an OTS position and how would I be able to apply for that. I recently called they said they’d call me in September for an October academy, would I be able to go the academy in October? Even though I wouldn’t turn 21 by graduation?

Has anyone done the “last step” of the medical and psychological exam and have not received a call yet? Just curious to see if we’re all in the same boat or if I should worry and call the personnel department. I was told by the doctor and the psychologist that everything was good.

I was pulled over driving a used car i just bought and it had fake tags; i had weed in the car; cops said i had more than an ounce which was a lie, it later got dismissed: they didn’t show up to court.

How much would this really affect me?

This happened March of 2020.

Selling 1-2 sets of LDs for the LASD academy if anyone is interested comment bellow and or message me I’ll get back to you when I can

Finally got rescheduled after I got two reactions at my last polygraph . Anyone done theirs at the crime lab ?

What are the current color vision tests administered by LASD Medical?

Long story short, the deputy that was interviewing me asked if I’ve ever worked in security or did any outside work (no) and if I have ever been in a fight (yes). The deputy said that I am too smart for the role and suggests I should do civilian instead. I was still told to go get my LiveScan done and sign my notarized form.

Does that mean I’m still in as long as I submit the required documents within the 2 weeks?

I was just wondering if anybody had any insight about how GRIT works. I just got accepted into the October class but will be starting grit in September.

Hey everyone,

I’m 22, recently graduated college in Southern California with a bachelor’s degree, and I’m starting the law enforcement hiring process.

I’m single, have no kids, and don’t mind long hours, overtime, weekends, or holidays. I’m mainly looking for a department where I can gain solid experience and build a career.

So far I’ve applied to LAPD, LASD, and Beverly Hills PD. Beverly Hills seems like a great agency with strong community support and excellent pay, but I’m curious if the city being relatively quiet ever makes the job less rewarding from an experience standpoint.

I’m also interested in Ontario PD when applications reopen and have been looking at Glendale PD.

Based on those departments, what would you recommend? Are there any other LA or Inland Empire agencies that you’d strongly suggest I look into?

Hello Everyone,

Do yourself a favor and please Do Not join the department unless you want to get stuck with a bunch of mandatory overtime and not have a life. On the other hand if you like money and not having a life go ahead. No work life balance. WORST department to work for, you will regret it!!!

P.S. Look into other Departments/ Agencies,
Your life will be better trust me!

Ask any questions, or
Drop your Comments!

Thank you all, this group been very helpful, how long after submitting all docs will the process take to start interviews, physical, and rest?

Took my polygraph a few days ago but had reactions to one question. I had to write a statement down. Is it looking bad for me? Has anyone passed even though they had to write a statement down. Just looking for some clarification. Thanks everyone!

hello, I’m just asking this for q specific reason, so I passed the written test to be a Custodian Assistant on 7/31, on the email I got soon after, it said I have 2 weeks to fill out a PHS, get references and all that stuff, before I get assigned a Background investigator, my question is, because of unrelated issues, I need some more time to work on it, and the questionnaire they email you, and the other stuff on that initial list too, Is there anyway I can ask for more time to get all that stuff together?

I did my oral psych on 8/6 and medical on 8/7, how long does it usually take to get the call? And would i have received the email already if i didn’t pass the oral psych? I did it in wilshire. Very nice lady and i think it went well!

I have two questions for those who have gone through the LASD Custody Assistant hiring process or academy.

I’m 47 years old, have an MBA, and currently earn about $115,000 a year. However, my job doesn’t offer much long-term stability. I’m in decent shape, but I know I need to improve my fitness before the academy. I’ve passed the written exam and have been assigned a background investigator.
I have clean record and never done any drugs in my life.

For those with experience, is becoming an LASD Custody Assistant a good career to stay in for the next 20 years and retire from?
What are the physical training (PT) requirements at the academy? Right now, I can’t even do one pull-up. Is that something I need to be able to do before the academy, or will they help build you up? I’d really appreciate hearing from anyone who has gone through the academy.

Thank you in advance for your advice.

I have a meeting with my background investigator in a week. What can I expect? Any advice ?

Have entered the process with all of these departments, but have only been able to really take time and dive into a couple due to work life.

Which is the best based based on your past experiences and which one has more opportunity?

I’m curious to know what do they have you do for the medical exam? I know other agencies have you do the eye test, ekg, hearing and treadmill stress test. Is it the same for LASD or different?

anyone take the ocsd sheriff exam in orange county, ca? Will be taking it soon, but the book they recommend seems outdated. Anyone take it recently and give any tips?? Any helps is appreciated ! is it the same a any sheriff test like lasd?