(1) All applicants for positions on the police force whose applications are referred to the police commission must be required to successfully undergo an examination before the police commission and to receive a certificate from the commission that the applicant is qualified for appointment for the probationary period to the police force.
(2) An applicant who makes any false statement to the police commission as to the applicant's age or other required qualifications at an examination before the police commission is subject to suspension or dismissal from the police force after trial.