A.R. International Anti-Fraud Systems, Inc. v. Pretoria National Central Bureau of Interpol

ORDER ON DEFENDANT’S MOTION TO DISMISS AND MOTION TO QUASH (Doc. 29)

Introduction

On May 5, 2009, defendant Pretoria National Central Bureau of Interpol (“Interpol Pretoria”) moved to dismiss plaintiff A.R. International Anti-Fraud Systems, Inc.’s (“A.R. International’s”) first amended complaint pursuant to Fed.R.Civ.P. 12(b)(1), 12(b)(2), and 12(b)(6), and moved to quash service of process. Interpol Pretoria argues that it is immune from suit in the United States, pursuant to the Foreign Sovereign Immunities Act (“FSIA”), 28 U.S.C. § 1602 et seq.; it is not subject to personal jurisdiction in California; A.R. International’s claims are barred by the statute of limitations; A.R. International fails to state a claim; and A.R. International failed to serve process properly. In opposition, A.R. International submits multiple exhibits, but fails to provide legal authority or analysis to support its positions. For the following reasons, this Court finds that it lacks subject matter jurisdiction over this matter and lacks personal jurisdiction over Interpol Pretoria. In addition, A.R. International’s first cause of action is untimely. Accordingly, this Court dismisses this action…