Multiple-Choice Test Waivers

Did you know you might be able to skip the multiple-choice test entirely? You can waive this step of the Police Officer examination if you meet any of the following conditions:

• Associate Community Officer Exam: You passed the City of Los Angeles Associate Community Officer multiple-choice test on or after November 5, 2021.
• California POST: You have successfully completed the California POST Regular Basic Course or currently possess a valid Basic Course Waiver.
• Pellet-B Test: You have taken the California P.O.S.T. Pellet-B test and earned an overall T-score of 42 or higher.
• FrontLine National Exam: You received a passing score on the FrontLine National Law Enforcement Examination administered by the National Testing Network (NTN) based on the City of Los Angeles criteria.

For NTN Test-Takers:

You must explicitly share your score with the City of Los Angeles through the National Testing Network. Our Personnel Department will then verify that it meets the City’s criteria.‍

For Past City of LA Multiple-Choice Test-Takers:

If you previously took and passed a qualifying multiple-choice test directly administered by the City of Los Angeles, our Personnel Department staff will verify your results once you apply.