Because of in rem jurisdiction, if Illinois resident Andy sues Alabama resident Carol over a Illinois property dispute and Carol refuses to respond, the Illinois court may:

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In rem jurisdiction refers to the court's power over a specific property, rather than an individual. In this case, since the property in question is located in Illinois, the Illinois court has jurisdiction over the property and can make a decision regarding its rightful owner, even if the defendant does not respond or is not physically present in Illinois. Personal jurisdiction over Carol is not necessary for the court to make a decision in an in rem jurisdiction case. Therefore, choice C is correct.

Because of in Rem Jurisdiction, If Illinois Resident Andy Sues