State v. Randall

AGENDA May 8, 2013 Today’s topics  Mini Mock Trial: State v. Randall Homework  Review State v. Martin mock trial materials  Next class: Theory of the Case

Mini Mock Trial!!! 1.READ: Individually read case materials (5 min) 2.DISCUSS: What are the ELEMENTS of the crime? 3.ASSIGN: Join your side and assign roles

Mini Mock Trial!!! The following is due in 15 minutes Attorneys: Direct + Cross Examination 1.What information do you need to get into the record? 2.Come up with AT LEAST 5 questions for your witness 3.Practice with your witness (Direct Examination Attorneys only) Attorneys: Opening + Closing Statements 1.Come up with AT LEAST 5 points you want to make 2.Write bullet points/outline your statement Witnesses 1.Read your statement 2.Identify 5 most helpful points in your statement (for your side) and 3 most damaging points in your statement 3.Practice with your Direct Examination Attorney

Debriefing the Trial What went well? What did not go so well? What would you do differently? 1.Is there other evidence that would have been useful for the lawyers to present? 2.If we did the trial over, what would you do differently (2-3 examples)? Why? 3.In what areas of Mock Trial do you feel you need the most instruction? (provide as many specifics as possible)

Homework Before you leave  Pick up your belongings & any trash  Straighten tables and chairs Homework  Review State v. Martin mock trial materials  Next class: Theory of the Case