A "long-arm" statute allows:

A) criminal courts jurisdiction over civil cases.
B) state courts more power than federal ones.
C) court's jurisdiction over out-of-state defendants.
D) appellate courts to hear new cases.

Long-Arm Statute

Legislation that allows a court to exercise personal jurisdiction over individuals or entities that have conducted certain activities within its jurisdiction.

Out-Of-State Defendants

Individuals or entities who are sued in a court outside of the state in which they reside or are based, raising questions about jurisdiction and legal authority.

Criminal Courts

The judiciary entities responsible for adjudicating cases involving individuals or organizations accused of committing crimes.