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Mock Trials Class Summary 11/3 - 11/17

11/18/2014

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with Jayne Besjak

Verdict Reached in Jack Jones Trial!

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A Verdict is Reached! The November 10th edition of Once Upon a Time Times reports that the jury in the trial of the State of Fable vs. Jack Jones reached a verdict and justice has been served. Both legal teams must be commended for their careful preparation and delivery of evidence that led to this swift deliberation and decision.

Jack Jones was found NOT GUILTY of the charge of murder, and GUILTY of the charge of robbery.  He is currently being held in the State of Fable jail, pending sentencing.
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Jack with his Defense Attorney
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Prosecution cross examining a witness
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Bailiff swearing in Inspector Morse
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The jury prepares to deliberate

On to the Next Case...

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The trial students are currently preparing for is a modern twist on a favorite classic fairy tale - Hansel and Gretel.

In this version of the story, Hansel and Gretel are teenagers who have been abandoned by their father and cruel stepmother in a present day setting. Following an unfortunate skirmish in a bake shop, they find themselves charged with aggravated battery, criminal mischief, and petty theft. In addition to the victim (the bake shop owner), there are five witnesses including the arresting officer, and conflicting versions of what actually happened.
Students spent class time this week (11/17) preparing for trial.  Prosecution and Defense Attorneys are busy developing arguments, writing opening statements and preparing direct examination questions for their witnesses.  Witnesses have been provided written affidavits for this trial so they can concentrate on studying their roles and really getting into character.

Students will use the first half of our next class to continue preparations, and hopefully we will be able to begin the trial during the second half of class.

Homework

Prosecution and Defense Attorneys:  Work together in your teams this week if possible to finalize Opening Statements, Direct Examination questions, and Closing Statements (at least get a draft done).  Remember to send me your statements so that I may review them and provide feedback before our next class.

Witnesses: Study your affidavits!  Make sure you know what questions the attorney will be asking you and what your answers will be.  Get into character!

Jury Members:  Re-read the Letter from the Judge I provided to understand your responsibilities.  Read the definitions of the three charges brought in this case.

If there are any questions, please contact me.  Good Luck and Have Fun!
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