Rule 8. Pleadings and Motions Before Trial

(a) Defenses and Objections. Any defense or objection which is capable of determination without the trial of the general issues may be raised before trial by motion to dismiss or to grant appropriate relief, as provided in these rules. This includes motions pursuant to Rule 11 entitled "Discovery and Inspection."

(b) Time. The motion shall be made no later than fourteen (14) days after the first appearance, but the court may permit it to be made within a reasonable time thereafter.

(c) Determination. A motion before trial raising defenses or objections shall be determined before trial unless the court orders that it be deferred for determination at the trial of the general issue.