Craig,a Canadian resident,has decided to create a website offering products and services to consumers in certain European markets.Which of the following is true with respect to the jurisdictional issues that arise?
A) It is sufficient for Craig to follow the rules of his own jurisdiction.
B) Because the website was created to do business in other jurisdictions, the laws of those jurisdictions will apply to the transactions unless it is clearly stated otherwise in the contract.
C) Disclaimers posted on Craig's website will protect him if the content of his website turns out to constitute an offence in the European markets in which he is operating.
D) Craig could not be prosecuted for an activity that is against the law in a European jurisdiction, as long as that activity is acceptable in Canada.
E) "Conflict of laws" refers to the established rule that if laws in one jurisdiction conflict with those of another, it is the laws of the jurisdiction of residence that always govern.

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When doing business in other jurisdictions, it is important to abide by the laws of those jurisdictions. Simply following the rules of one's own jurisdiction may not be sufficient. Therefore, the laws of the European markets where Craig is operating will apply to the transactions unless it is otherwise stated in the contract. Disclaimers on Craig's website may not protect him if the content of his website is deemed to be an offence in the European markets. Craig could be prosecuted for an activity that is against the law in a European jurisdiction, even if it is acceptable in Canada. Lastly, "conflict of laws" refers to the legal issue that arises when laws in different jurisdictions conflict, and it is not relevant to this situation.

Craig,a Canadian Resident,has Decided to Create a Website Offering Products