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I was wondering if the CDCR are back to using Polygraphs? I have nothing to lie about i was just wondering because ive heard even innocent people can fail and thats very concerning

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Pass your written exam?

Complete the background process?

Receive an offer?

Going to the next academy?

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I faxed the paper for the academy store about 9 days ago and I still haven’t been charged should I refax them, I have called and no answer

Congratulations to academy class 2-26 A. Stay strong….keep your heads up….and stay out of the bullshit….and you’ll do just fine. Stay safe!

~ A-OG ~

Just cleared Psych and Medical for a second time 🙄
My LLT is July/2026. I had already received an extension prior to this. Will I need to reapply if I don’t get offered an institution before my LLT date? I have emailed and have heard back from absolutely no one. Please advise.

Does anyone know if an LOI affects a C/O transfer? I know it’s put on an officer OPF for a duration of 12 months. It’s not an adverse action towards the officer which I would think it wouldn’t hurt when trying to transfer out.
How are transfers placed when being signed off ?
I have couple buddies who got accepted for their transfer, I who turned it mine in shortly after haven’t got an update .

At the academy gym am I allowed to bring my personal headphones? Or will I be drawing unnecessary attention to myself if I wear them?

For those looking to ENTER corrections....this will answer MANY of your questions... Watch and learn...

Anthony is a LT in NJDOC and Russ is a retired Sergeant from CDCR and worked at the world famous San Quentin!

I'm just wondering how many hours of free time you get on weekdays in the academy?

Would you have at least 3 hours each day to be able to drive to town and do stuff?

How long is the wait to get an offer now ??

i’m just trying to soak up all knowledge please give me any tips could be prior or during academy, or even on the job advice

Just curious on how new COs deal with relocation, do they rent apartments, hotel rooms or is there a designated area for RVs? Somewhere to park with electricity, water and somewhere to shower. If someone can share his/her experience it will be greatly appreciated. Thank

If you’ve quit being a co what did life outside of cdcr look like for you once you did? We’re you able to find a job with decent pay and good benefits?

If so can you share some information. Did they adjust pay. Do they continue the differential pay, are holidays 12 hrs. Is it overtime after 8hrs. And how are you liking it?

Just curious, if they’re picking hiring back up.
Who’s going where?