Most Long-Arm Statutes Allow Courts to Obtain Jurisdiction Over Nonresident

question 84

Multiple Choice

Most long-arm statutes allow courts to obtain jurisdiction over nonresident defendants if:

• A) the exercise of jurisdiction does not offend traditional notions of fair play and substantial justice.
• B) the defendant has committed a tort within the state.
• C) Both of these.
• D) None of these; courts only have jurisdiction of persons domiciled in that state.

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