Do all misdemeanor cases get to bypass the grand jury? Is there such a thing as a federal misdemeanor? I know FEDERAL capital offenses must go before a grand jury and each STATE handles this differently, ie NY both sides and a judge, no grand jury. But I am confused on this process...help, test tommorrow!!
posted on Apr 16, 2008 - 5 answers

[HR / background checks] What exactly is a "10-year background check" (for the US feds)? [more inside]
posted on Apr 15, 2008 - 7 answers

What protections does a state trademark provide that a federal trademark does not? [more inside]
posted on Mar 24, 2008 - 2 answers

Without sounding conspiratorial... I'm wondering how much arm twisting it took by political/economic elites to get the Fed to adopt its current Liquidity Plan. Will Carlyle Capital directly benefit from it? A couple of days ago I read this story about their recent notice of default on a margin call. [more inside]
posted on Mar 12, 2008 - 8 answers

Book Research Filter: How is jurisdiction determined when someone is arrested on Federal and State charges at the same time? [more inside]
posted on Dec 16, 2007 - 10 answers

I am thinking about applying for a job at the Federal Office of Personnel Management. They say they do drug screening, but no specifics are given. I've smoked pot one or twice recently and I am a bit concerned. Does anyone know what kind of testing (hair, urine, blood) they do? How do they feel about marijuana use? Do they do random testing once you get hired? [more inside]
posted on Aug 10, 2007 - 14 answers

I need help on the Federal job application process [more inside]
posted on Jun 19, 2007 - 9 answers

Federal employee health benefit open season started today. I'm overwhelmed with the choices! [more inside]
posted on Nov 13, 2006 - 3 answers

On the hunt for unique and odd US government offices (somewhat for entertainment, seriously for a job.) [Oh yes, there is somewhat more inside.] [more inside]
posted on Sep 27, 2006 - 10 answers

If I open a piece of mail that was delivered to my house, but addressed to a former resident, is that, legally, "stealing mail" and thus a federal offense? [more inside]
posted on Jul 22, 2005 - 10 answers

Is there an online service that can help me set up a new company (either as a GP or LLC) and get Federal and State Tax ID's quickly? [more inside]
posted on Feb 11, 2005 - 16 answers

Taxfilter: telecommuting across state lines. [mi]
posted on Jan 16, 2005 - 3 answers