I’m wrapping up my BI but I’m confused as to why my documents aren’t being displayed in order? I grouped and uploaded them in order but if leave the page and come back to it, court documents is the first one and then vehicle info, drivers license and so on. They’ll only rearrange into the correct order if I click on “Uploaded”. Am I doing something wrong? Any help would be much appreciated, thanks 😁
Does anyone know how many cadets they are taking In per class right now? I know it use to be 160 just curious if that’s what it’s at now!
So I’ve done a bunch of lurking in this sub and made a couple posts but by now I’ve actually applied to the CHP. Just to get a grasp on the likelihood of my acceptance I’ve come here one again.
I think the biggest thing that hurts me is my age and experience a I’m aware that at 20 years old (21 in March) I am a very young applicant.
I have:
No tickets (outside a couple of parking tickets for street sweeping)
No record
95 ASVAB (not sure if it’s relevant but my closest comparison to the pellet-b)
1390 SAT
1 year TIS in the Army Reserve
4 years of formal work experience
486/500 on the Army Fitness Test
Diagnosed with cancer at 15 but 5 years in remission next April
3rd-year history major at CSULB
How relevant these all are I don’t know but I’m pretty much just laying out a chunk of my resume to ask you all where I stand. I’m assuming my medical won’t be a problem with a doctors note but I thought the same for the Marines when they denied me.
I’m 25 and thinking of applying to CHP. Looking for honest feedback on how this background might play out in the background investigation.
Employment
• Current job: 6 years at the same company.
• One workplace issue about 2 years ago: I used profanity toward a security guard. I was suspended and then brought back to work. No other write-ups since. Only write up and issue I have had at work. No idea why I said that.
• First job at 18: I was fired. I honestly don’t remember. 6 month’s there
Driving record
• Ticket for running a stop sign (2021).
• Ticket for unsafe lane change + following too close ( 2023).
Arrest
When I was 17 I was attacked from behind by an ex. I hit her once in self-defense before I realized who it was. I was taken to juvenile detention, released the next day, and no charges were filed. I was told at the time it was for assault and battery, but nothing ever went further.
Used weed from 17-20 but have been clean since
I’m trying to be completely upfront on the background packet. How much of a problem do you think this will be for CHP? Anyone been through a similar situation?
Thanks.
27 year old male
Bachelors in accounting
Passed physical
Waiting on results from written exam but feel confident I got a good score.
No major incidents. stable family and know some neighbors
Only negatives I have a 4-5 tickets over like 6-9 years some speeding, failure to make a stop and one cell phone use. None over 100 and they’re all listed as 10 mph over only
Have had many jobs due to variety of reasons, one termination for performance but I explained it and was due to being Stuck on a project and unable to move forward quickly enough for their liking. (Yes I know I could’ve done better about outreach but there was no slack given for time delays other departments had between responding to me.
Hello everyone. Next week, I’ll be taking an Academy Preparation Course that will help me gain some insight into what Academy life is like. The email I received mentioned that I should bring boots and a boot polishing kit. I was wondering if you have any recommendations for the type of boots I should get. For example, do they have to be a specific set of tactical duty boots, or can I just get some black leather boots from Walmart? Any help would be greatly appreciated.
I have a non-matching blazer and pants right now but it’s not a full matching suit. It was fine for my BI interview and they even thanked me for dressing appropriately. But technically it’s not a full suit.
Should I get a full suit for academy or just try to get by with what I have?
I’ve been taking Lexapro for 10 years. I got it prescribed for depression but people also take it for anxiety or OCD etc.
When I’m off it, I notice I’m less good at dealing with rigid schedules. When I’m on it, life is great and I perform well at my job.
Do you think it’ll be an issue for the psych exam? I don’t remember CHP asking about prescriptions so far in the process
On average, how much overtime are u guys billing the state for that you don’t actually work?
I got an invite to the September 14th academy and I was wondering if anyone has started a group chat of all the people that are going.
I’m hoping to get some advice from CHP officers or anyone familiar with how these cases are handled.
Yesterday I was driving on I-80 when another driver became extremely aggressive after I merged. They followed me for over half a mile, cut off other vehicles to get in front of me, brake-checked me repeatedly, honked aggressively, and threw cans/other objects at my car. They continued following me after I exited the freeway until I was able to get somewhere safe.
I called 911 while all this was happening and gave the dispatcher the vehicle description, driver description, and license plate. I was told the call would be broadcast.
After I got somewhere safe, I inspected my car and found three dents caused during the incident.
I went to Solano CHP and filed a property-damage report. They told me it would be reviewed by an officer, but currently I only have the 911/CAD log number rather than a formal case number. My insurance company has also classified the incident as a hit-and-run.
My questions are:
- With the license plate, vehicle description, driver description, and a 911 call made during the incident, how likely is it that CHP can identify the driver?
- If the registered owner says they weren’t driving, what can investigators do to determine who actually was driving?
I have an in person interview coming up, has anybody here gone through this process before and any advice on how to best prepare for the interview? TIA
Hi everyone,
I have completed the pelletB and the PAT in the Valley Division in April, and submitted the eSOPH in May. I was just wondering if anyone that tested in April for the Valley Division has been contacted by a background investigator yet. I am completely aware that this is a long process and I’m in no rush. I appreciate any helpful replies.
P.S. I haven’t been contacted by a background investigator yet.
Hello,
I just submitted my application for the October 11 final filing. I have not worked since 12/2025, stayed home with the kids while my wife has been working. If I took a job now, would that have a bad affect on the backgrounds?
I know it is a long way out and I need to pass the written and physical but I have been offered to test for a sheriffs department as a CO. Should I attempt or should I decline? Is getting a job now going to affect the backgrounds long term? Any advice/experience would be appreciated.
I have my PAT and PELLET-B scheduled for August 29. I used a single edible on July 5, but before that I had been marijuana-free for about a year, and I haven’t used it since.
Would this automatically disqualify me during the background investigation? I’ve also heard that CHP doesn’t ask about marijuana use because it’s legal in California. Is that true?
Should I continue with the process, or would it be better to wait another year? I’m trying to be completely honest.
Hi I’m wondering what the potential hiring timeline might look like going forward. I did my initial testing in Northern Division.
Here’s what I’ve completed so far:
Pellet B/PAT - April
Esoph submitted - May
BI assigned - June
I was contacted by my BI a couple of weeks ago, letting me know I can expect to hear from him for an interview mid-late August. After completing that, what steps/timeline can I expect? I appreciate any advice as well.