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A defendant moves to dismiss a federal action for lack of personal jurisdiction, arguing he has no contacts with the forum state. Under International Shoe Co. v. Washington, what is the constitutional standard for personal jurisdiction over a nonresident?

The defendant must have minimum contacts with the forum such that suit does not offend traditional notions of fair play and substantial justice The defendant must be a citizen of the forum state The defendant must own real property within the forum state The defendant must be physically present in the forum when served

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The defendant must have minimum contacts with the forum such that suit does not offend traditional notions of fair play and substantial justice

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