Nevada § 17.760 - Personal jurisdiction
Full text of Nevada Nevada Revised Statutes § 17.760 — Personal jurisdiction, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 17.760. Personal jurisdiction
1. A foreign-country judgment may not be refused recognition for lack of personal
jurisdiction if: (a) The defendant was served with process personally in the foreign country; (b) The defendant voluntarily appeared in the proceeding, other than for the purpose
of protecting property seized or threatened with seizure in the proceeding or of contesting
the jurisdiction of the court over the defendant; (c) The defendant, before the commencement of the proceeding, had agreed to submit
to the jurisdiction of the foreign court with respect to the subject matter involved; (d) The defendant was domiciled in the foreign country when the proceeding was instituted
or was a corporation or other form of business organization that had its principal
place of business in, or was organized under the laws of, the foreign country; (e) The defendant had a business office in the foreign country and the proceeding
in the foreign court involved a cause of action arising out of business done by the
defendant through that office in the foreign country; or (f) The defendant operated a motor vehicle or airplane in the foreign country and
the proceeding involved a cause of action arising out of that operation. 2. The list of bases for personal jurisdiction in subsection 1 is not exclusive. The courts of this State may recognize bases of personal jurisdiction other than
those listed in subsection 1 as sufficient to support a foreign-country judgment.
Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada § 17.760
What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 17.760 cover?
Section 17.760 ("Personal jurisdiction") is part of the Nevada Revised Statutes, the codified statutory law of Nevada. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Nevada § 17.760?
A common citation format is "Nevada Revised Statutes § 17.760" (Nevada). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Nevada law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Nevada official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Nevada attorney.
How does Nevada § 17.760 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Nevada can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
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