Section 303 – Disqualification of applicant for examination — Appeal to commission.

• (1) In accordance with this section and rules adopted by the commission, an applicant may be disqualified if the applicant:
  • (a) does not meet minimum qualifications;
  • (b) has been convicted of a criminal offense inimical to the public service or involving moral turpitude;
  • (c) has practiced or attempted deception or fraud in the application or examination process or in securing eligibility for appointment; or
  • (d) is not:
    • (i) a citizen of the United States; or
    • (ii) a lawful permanent resident of the United States who:
      • (A) has been in the United States legally for the five years immediately before the day on which the application is made; and
      • (B) has legal authorization to work in the United States.

• (2) If an applicant is rejected, the applicant shall be promptly notified.

• (3) At any time before the day on which the examination is held, an applicant may correct a defect in the applicant’s application.

• (4) An applicant may file a written appeal regarding the application process with the commission at any time before the day on which the examination is held.

Amended by Chapter 13, 2021 Special Session 1