Jane Wants to Sue Bob in a Virginia State Court

question 165

Multiple Choice

Jane wants to sue Bob in a Virginia state court. Bob is a resident of Texas. Which of the following method may Jane use to get jurisdiction over the person of Bob?

• A) have the Virginia police arrest Bob in Texas and take him to Virginia
• B) Jane could disguise her voice and phone Bob, telling him he has won $10,000 and must pick up the money in Richmond, Virginia, then have him served in Richmond
• C) Jane could have Bob served with a summons while he is driving through the state on his way to Maryland
• D) Jane can have Bob served with a summons in Texas; he must appear in Virginia court
• E) Jane cannot serve Bob with a summons because he is not a resident of Virginia

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