How many members must be present for a bill to be voted on?
i dont really get the question, so i hope i understood it right...
minemum nine states had to agree for a bill or right to be aproved.
my answer is: you need a "quorum" in ANY meeting to do official business in ANY organization
When do state courts have jurisdiction?
State courts have jurisdiction for everthing in the United States of America in which the federal courts do not have exclusive jurisdiction, such as bankruptcy, copyright and federal tax actions or which the state legislatures have not limited the state's court from having. In the United States of America, as a general rule, we have two diffierent kinds of basic jurisdiction: federal or state or both.* Of course, knowing what kind of jurisdiction is the prevailing jurisdiction is critical. Large numbers of lawsuits, televesion dramas ( 'we're the XXX; it's our jurisdiction now') relatively bad movies and a lot of reality is based on finding the right jurisdiction, or territory (not just geographical) but rather who's in charge sort of territory. *One does not see it discussed a bunch, because of practical considerations. Example: EVENTmight occure; it 'violates' two diffierent laws in two diffierent jurisdictions. One jurisdiction just might not bother with the matter depending on the outcome in another jurisdiction. In a rough sort of way 'LAW' , that is a search of Man for order, reason, justice and mainly finality so we can all get on with our lives and matters, is satisfied when EVENTS are tended to, but not necessarly in our own backyards.
What is the federal law that created administrative law?
The federal law that created the federal Administrative Procedures Act, in 1946, is
P.L. 79-404, 60 Stat. 237. Its codification can be found at 5 U.S.C. 500 et seq.
What are the two types of juries in the federal court system?
Grand juries and Petit juries are the two kinds of juries. Grand juries review evidence of criminal action to determine if there is probable cause for bringing charges and if so, issue an indictment. Petit juries review evidence in both civil and criminal trials to determine the facts and render verdicts either for or against the parties in civil actions or guilty or not guilty in criminal actions.
In presidential elections what is a pivotal state?
Pivotal states are places that have problems with issues such as population growth, environment, ethic conflict, and human rights. Some of these places are Africa, Brazil, and Mexico.
Can you be punished for a crime that was not a crime when you committed it?
Not under the "ex post facto" doctrine, if it is a statutory offense.
However, under the common-law criminal theory, any intentional harm to another person or municipality or the public morals could be considered a "crime", at least under state laws, even if not specifically defined in a statute.
There is also a good chance that there is a "lesser included offense" of a major crime, which was also a crime before enacting the definition of the particular major offense.
For example, "skyjacking" was not defined as a crime until the early 1970's, and the first skyjackers were charged with "air piracy" and kidnapping, among other things.
How many homeless shelters are there in Toronto?
Estimated overall number of homeless people in Toronto on the evening of April 15, 2009: 5,086
Number of Toronto shelter facilities as of May 2011: 57
Number of City-operated shelters: 9
Permanent beds on an average night in 2010: 3,800
Number of beds added to the system on nights when there is an extreme cold weather alert: 168
Number of social housing units in Toronto: 93,198
This is in toronto not in canada
Are you allowed to file married filing jointly if you are not married?
The federal government (nor any state government that I can think of) does not recognize plural marriages.
If you are legally married to a person, you cannot file jointly with a different person. You must either file jointly with your legal spouse or file as "married filing separately." If you did not live with your legal spouse at all during the last six months of the year and meet all of the other requirements for filing as Head of Household, you may do so. You may not file as single.
If you marry a person who is already married to another, for tax purposes you are a single person and cannot file jointly. Even if the other person gets a divorce, the government does not recognize your marriage unless you get married again after the divorce is final.
If any of these marriages are same-sex marriages, remember that the federal government does not recognize the existence of same-sex marriages.
How do you petition for a Federal Law?
Federal laws are not proposed and not passed by petition. You must first interest your local Congressperson in the idea of your law, and then convince them to propose it and introduce it to their particular house of the legislature.
THAT is where the power of a petition might come in handy. If you can produce enough signatures on a petition supporting the law you may convince legislators f the political support you (and your group) have for it.
Procedure for passing bills in United States Congress?
The main legislative body of the United States is Congress, which consists of the House of Representatives and the Senate. All Bills must be presented to both the House of Representatives and the Senate for approval. Both the House and Senate must approve the exact proposed Bill before it can be presented to the President for signature or veto. The President has the right to refuse to sign any Bill. The President has 10 days (excluding Sundays) to return objections to Congress of any Bill presented for signature. If the President fails to return the Bill to Congress within 10 days, then it becomes law as if it had been signed. "Pocket Veto": Congress has the right to prevent a Bill's return by adjournment. In this case, the Bill cannot become law even if the President has not sent objections to Congress. The extent of "Pocket Veto" authority is disputable and it has not yet been determined by US courts. ("Pocket Veto" excerpt from www.out-law.com)
What person carries out the laws?
The laws are made by government officials. The power to carry out the laws are given to law enforcement officials, including police officers.
Is it a federal offense to open someone else's packages?
§ 1702. Obstruction of correspondence
Whoever takes any letter, postal card, or package out of any post office or any authorized depository for mail matter, or from any letter or mail carrier, or which has been in any post office or authorized depository, or in the custody of any letter or mail carrier, before it has been delivered to the person to whom it was directed, with design to obstruct the correspondence, or to pry into the business or secrets of another, or opens, secretes, embezzles, or destroys the same, shall be fined under this title or imprisoned not more than five years, or both.
18 U.S.C.A. § 1702
Do you have to have a mailbox at your house?
It usually depends on the postal or community rules where you live. I would suggest contacting the post office closest to you. If it has no special then contact your home owner's association, is you have one. Or just ask a few neighbors. However, more and more postal areas are getting away from the "on the house" mailbox and require one that can be accessed from the mail truck.
Can a convicted felon possess black powder guns in south Carolina?
No. Under the federal firearms act, blackpowder arms fall under the definition of firearms, and are prohibited to be possessed by convicted felons.
How long can mens hair be in the army?
As long as you want. AR 670-1 Only states "neat and tapered". But it also says at leadership discretion, or some thing like that. I dont remember the exact wording on that part. But as long as your hair has a neat tapered appearance, sideburns are trimmed above the lowest part of your ear opening, your hair doesn't hang out the front of your headgear or make it look f***ed up, and your NCO support channel or COC doesn't have a problem with it, then you're fine!
Is it legal to carry a shotgun in your car in Arkansas?
It would appear so, but it would be smart to check with an attorney.
What is the penalty for opening someones mailbox?
Sec. 1702. - Obstruction of correspondence
...to pry into the business or secrets of another, or opens, secretes, embezzles, or destroys the same, shall be fined under this title or imprisoned not more than five years, or both
Is a voice recording of someone admitting to something admissible in custody cases?
Yes it is as long as the other person knew it was being recorded (ie. voice mail). If the recording was with a hidden recorder then it can not be used as evidence. * Rhode Island allows "one person" taping of phone conversations and in-person conversations without the knowledge of other participants. The designation of "one person" applies to the caller or the person receiving the call or both, or to the person(s) engaged in face-to-face conversation. RI General Statutes, 11-35-21 (c)(3). Whether or not such recordings can be entered as evidence against or for either party involved in any type litigation depends upon the ruling of the court.
Can you travel abroad if you have had a felony?
From what I have learned, here in the United States, it depends. If one is still on parole or other monitored restriction, such as probation, permission must be gained from the supervising authority, just to start. Then, many countries, including Canada, require either an approved visa from that country - even President Bush had to get one for a prior DUI conviction - or other admittance document. The requirements vary from country to country and some will not allow convicted felons in on any grounds. It would, in most cases, be best to check with a travel agent or attorney rather than arrive at a destination country and be turned back at customs. Additionally, I understand that travel while owing back child support or other obligations, or for certain child related convictions, prohibits leaving the US period. I am not an attorney and this answer is based solely on personal internet research and should not be relied on as definitive.
Because you took an oath to "tell the truth, the whole truth and nothing but the truth" in the presence of a judge or magistrate. To not tell the truth is lying ... that would put one in position of being in contempt of court.
What is the required duty of a good citizen in a democracy today?
Make sure all people who are at least minimum voting age can vote and protect the right to vote for everyone.
What are the conditions to being president?
US Constitution, Article II, Section 1
No person except a natural born citizen, or a citizen of the United States, at the time of the adoption of this Constitution, shall be eligible to the office of President; neither shall any person be eligible to that office who shall not have attained to the age of thirty-five years, and been fourteen years a resident within the United States.
Can a Federal correctional officer marry a convicted felon?
Yes, nothing in any state's marriage laws prevent that. In the event that a parole officer were married to a convicted felon, the parole officer simply would be prohibited from doing anything that would be a conflict of interest with the sworn duties of a parole officer and would certainly not be allowed to have any official function on matters involving the spouse.
Can a retired police officer carry a concealed gun?
In general, yes, under federal law HR218, a retired officer can carry a gun in any U.S. state.
ADDED: HR 218 requires that the retired officer re-qualify with his sidearm once per year to the standards of the agency fom which he he retired or that of his local law enforcement agency.