Mini-Mock Trials are shorter versions of mock trial, taking an average of 2-3 hours. They are helpful for teaching about trial procedure as well as teaching the particular content of the trial. For example, one mini mock trial teaches driving responsibility. Through mini mock trials, students develop an understanding of the people in the courtroom and their functions, the importance of rules in insuring fairness of the proceeding, and the importance of witnesses and jurors in determining the facts of the case. Mini mock trials are appropriate for students grades 5 and up.
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- Joe Jackson v. Andrews Middle School (possession of a toy gun on school grounds) coming soon!
- State v. Max Paulson Mock Trial (reckless driving charge in a automobile and bicycle accident) State v. Max Paulson Diagram
- Mini-Mock Trial State v. Tony (a broken window is caused by a rock that is thrown by neighborhood children)
- Mini-Mock Trial State v. Alli (Alli is charged with possession of marijuana found in her recently purchased used backpack)
- Mini-Mock Trial State v. Anderson (Driver charged with failing to move a lane away from stopped emergency vehicle)
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Instructions for conducting a mini-mock trial along with students handouts are included in the Mini-Mock Trial Manual Instructions. Specific trials include the facts of the case and witnesses statements.
8 replies on “Mini Mock Trial”
I have been trying to access the State v. Alli case but it seems to come up today as all gibberish. I was able to read it yesterday. Is there any way to get a copy?
We used these mini mock trial packets as part of our mock trial preparation. I teach 7th grade civics and we conducted a mock trial in each class. Our jury used these mini-mock trial packets for practice in how to be a jury, how to make a decision based on the facts, and how to reach consensus. Extremely helpful in being able to have the jury members actually practice being a jury before the “real” trial.
Will you be updating your mock trial of Joe Jackson v. Andrews Middle School? I have two smaller classes and think this case would really get them engaged in the jury/court process.
Thanks.
When will the Case “Joe Jackson v. Andrews Middle School” Be available?
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My fifth graders LOVE these mock trials. They reinforce the standards we teach about Due Process and the Bill of Rights. I found a picture of a random person and put it next to each witness to try and help the students visualize their statements. They just LOVE doing these. They now role play as the witnesses, lawyer, judge, etc. Thanks for providing.
All the PDFs went offline while students were still working on the assignment. I wish I downloaded them and now I have to scrap the assignment and make something else.
Alex – We’ve got it back online and fixed the links. Thanks for letting us know!