u/Mysterious-Topic2588

Throwaway account for obvious reasons. I had a psych interview for my dream EMS department recently, and during it I confessed to something that I did as a young adult. Basically, I had a sexual relationship with a 16 year old girl while I was 19. I live in a state where this is technically not illegal (due to the romeo and juliet law), but it was still a mistake and I've regretted it every day since it happened.

I found out yesterday that I got a permanent disqualification based on that interview. Am I unhireable because of this? And is appealing this decision a good idea?

edit: yeah it was really stupid for me to admit to it. I'm just going to move on, apply elsewhere, and not mention it again. thanks for the helpful advice.