Mock Trial Basics: Understanding Roles, Parts, and Order of Trial

📚 This is an introduction to the basics of mock trial.

👥 The players in mock trial are organized as plaintiff versus defendant.

🗂️ Topics covered include the order of trial, rules and customs, and goals and limits of trial.

📝 In a mock trial, the plaintiff is always the government and the defendant is an individual.

🔑 The plaintiff has the burden of proof and must present admissible evidence to convince the jury.

⚖️ Civil cases are typically resolved through settlement, while criminal cases often go to trial due to disputes.

📚 Mock trial involves attorneys representing the plaintiff or defense, with witnesses providing testimony.

⚖️ There are different roles in a mock trial, including judges, bailiffs, and evaluators who determine the outcome.

🗣️ Participants in a mock trial show deference to the judge and engage in courtroom procedures.

💼 Mock trial program involves attorneys, evaluators, and jurors who provide feedback.

🔍 The trial consists of opening statements and closing arguments, with witnesses playing a central role.

🗣️ Attorneys have the opportunity to speak directly to the jury or evaluators during the trial.

🔍 Mock trial consists of direct examination and cross-examination questions.

⚖️ Court argument is an important part of the trial process.

📝 The trial consists of jury addresses, witness examinations, and court arguments.

Mock trial basics: making appearances, introducing the case, and housekeeping matters.

Handling motions in limine and objections before the trial.

The batting order: opening statements, direct examination, and cross-examination.

🔑 Mock trial involves questioning witnesses and presenting evidence.

⚖️ Both the plaintiff and defense have the opportunity to present their case and cross-examine witnesses.

🔚 The trial concludes with closing arguments from both sides.