A Trial of a Trial (A Mock Trial Story)

Mock Trial, or Youth Judicial as it is sometimes called, is one of the most enjoyable, and beneficial events that my high school students have participated in over the last sixteen years. As the coach, I enjoy Mock Trial immensely, and my goal is to have my students enjoy it as well. This story is meant to be an example of how a "Mock Trial" can go. If you are unfamiliar with the program, it will introduce you to it. If you are familiar with it, you may be able to recognize the "good" and "bad" teams in the story. This story is based on a trial that actually occurred, with some major changes (primarily in how the judge rules on many of the objections). Names have been left out for the most part to protect the identity of the guilty!