### Question
How is the "limited time appointee" defined?


### Answer
The term **limited time appointee** is defined in *5 U.S.C. § 8344* as follows -

> an annuitant appointed under a temporary appointment limited to 1 year or less

#### Citation:
  - *5 U.S.C. § 8344*
  - Heading: **PART III-EMPLOYEES > Subpart G-Insurance and Annuities > CHAPTER 83-RETIREMENT > SUBCHAPTER III-CIVIL SERVICE RETIREMENT**

