Why? Because even if the law gives minors a 'fresh start,' it doesn’t erase moral turpitude. The court said: You can’t erase your past if your past involves killing your own mother; even if you were 16. This isn’t about guilt. It’s about trust. Police jobs demand more than clean records; they demand clean character. And the court ruled: when a crime shocks society’s conscience, the law makes room for exceptions. The takeaway? A conviction isn’t always needed to disqualify someone; especially when the crime involves family, violence, and a lack of remorse. For job aspirants; full disclosure matters. But even full disclosure can’t fix a broken moral compass. The system isn’t perfect, but it’s sending a message: integrity starts long before you put on the uniform.