The principles of in rem jurisdiction

In rem jurisdiction refers to a court's authority to make decisions about a specific piece of property or a thing, rather than individuals. This type of jurisdiction allows a court to settle disputes over property rights, usually when the property is located within the court's geographic area. For example, if there's a legal issue concerning a house in a particular state, that state's court can rule on the matter because it has jurisdiction over the property itself. This principle ensures that legal disputes regarding property are handled in the location where the property exists.