May you file multiple rule 12 pre-answer motions raising a different defense each time?

• A. Yes
• B. No; only one pre-Answer Motion under Rule 12(g)(1)
• C. Only if these are consolidated
• D. Only if you file a combined motion

Answer: (B)

This tests how Rule 12 defenses are raised before filing an answer. You’re allowed to bring several Rule 12 defenses in a single pre-answer motion, using one motion to cover multiple objections. But you don’t get to file separate pre-answer motions later, each raising a different defense. If you could have raised a defense in the first motion, you must include it there; otherwise, it’s waived. That’s why the correct approach is to use one Rule 12(g)(1) motion to bundle all anticipated defenses, rather than filing multiple separate motions. If new issues arise later, you address them through the answer or other post-answer tools, not by a second Rule 12 pre-answer motion.