Moran v. Faucett

OPINION OF THE COURT

Donald G. Purple, Jr., J.

Plaintiffs have moved for summary judgment in lieu of complaint to obtain a money judgment in this State based upon a default judgment taken against defendants in the State of Florida. Defendants have appeared in this action and have contested the jurisdiction of the Florida courts and the enforceability of the Florida judgment.

The issue before this court is whether the Florida judgment is entitled to full faith and credit by New York State. The sole inquiry is whether the Florida court had jurisdiction over the defendants. The basis for…