The Mock Trial program is designed to clarify the workings of our legal institutions for young people.  During mock trials, students portray each of the principals in the cast of courtroom characters, including attorneys, witnesses, court clerks, and bailiffs.  As student teams study a hypothetical case, conduct legal research, and receive guidance from volunteer attorneys in courtroom procedure and trial preparation, they acquire a working knowledge of our judicial system.  Students present their case in courtrooms before actual judges and attorneys.  Check back in early September to get more information on how to be a part of this year's team.  Make sure you look at the Constitutional Rights Foundation site on the resource page to see what Mock Trial is all about!