Trial

Trial: broken down Pre-Trial hearings: Judge makes decisions on various

motions

Opening statement: attorneys tell the story of the case. No argument here.

Direct Examination: Opportunity for witnesses to tell their side of the story.

Cross Examination: Opposing counsel tries to poke holes in witness’s testimony.

Closing Argument: Both attorneys argue the law at the end of the trial.

Jury Deliberation: The jury reviews the law,, and determines which side wins the case.

Evidence and Impeachment

Evidence: Attorneys may offer evidence through witnesses. An attorney must offer evidence BEFORE showing the evidence to the jury.

Impeachment: If a witness is inconsistent or lies, attorneys may impeach them with prior testimony.

Placement in the courtroom

Scripted Mock Trial

Debrief What is the difference between opening and

closing?

What is the difference between cross and direct?

How did jury deliberations go?

Did the jury reach a fair result?

Assignment Assignment: read your packet!

Create a list of 5 best facts and 5 worst facts for both Defense and Prosecution.