The commission shall publish the names of any peace officer whose certification is suspended or revoked and the basis for the suspension or revocation. In the US not state allows a convicted felon to become a police officer.Most places a convicted felon cannot posses a firearm. SB 2 established a statewide system to decertify or suspend officers who have committed serious misconduct. Becoming a police officer in California involves an intensive selection process that is even more challenging if you have a criminal record. I have a couple questions on the proper process of accepting a resignation, as well as filling the vacant position. You'll have to get the charge reduced to a misdemeanor as state law precludes anyone convicted of a felony from being a cop. Section 233 - Resignation. An officer who desires to resign shall submit his or her resignation to the Governor, whose action thereon shall be final.