Rules
How many rounds are in Mock Trial?
2
The person accused of a crime in a trial is called what?
The defendant
What do you do to prepare exhibits before a trial?
Remark them. Highlight and label them in the order you plan to enter them. Example: Exhibit 1, Exhibit 2…
When did the incident take place?
August 31, 2012
Who said, “No matter how much money Tatum throws at this, the blood that forever stains that site will never be rubbed away”?
Emerson Turnkin
Who is allowed to have and take notes during the trial?
Attorneys
Who has the burden of proof?
The prosecution
What does an attorney say to enter an exhibit?
Your honor I would like to enter the following exhibit marked as exhibit number … into evidence
Who died in the incident?
Arty Dent and Grace Hopper
According to Tatum, who told him that engineering limits were always set below maximum capacity and the crane had handled a load that heavy before?
Emerson Turnkin
Witnesses can be questioned from what documents?
Their own witness statement and any exhibit listed in their witness statements.
What is the job of the defense?
To present evidence that introduces reasonable doubt.
What is the order the evidence is shown and given after the request to enter?
Bailiff shows opposing counsel, then gives copy to judge, then gives copy to witness.
What is Tatum Zilload accused of?
Two counts of Murder in the third degree
How did Reese say he/she found out about Tatum’s safety record?
By a trusted OCIS worker she gave $100 to.
Who can communicate and confer with the attorney during the trial?
Other attorneys on their team. Defense attorneys can confer with the defendant Tatum Zillias.
What does “objection sustained” mean?
The question given must be disregarded and any response stricken from the record.
What type of questions can an expert witness answer?
Opinion questions related to their expertise. i.e. Scientific, technical, or other specialized knowledge
What is the definition of malice?
Malice consists of a wickedness of disposition, hardness of heart, cruelty, recklessness of consequences, and a mind regardless of social duty
What was the name of the company that built the crane “Fightin’ Phil”?
Estratton Lift Services
How is it decided who goes first for Prosecution and Defense?
A coin toss. Winning team decides.
What do attorneys say when they have finished questioning all their witnesses?
Your honor, the defense/prosecution rests its case
How many different types of objections do we have in Mock Trial?
Twelve
What three elements must be proved beyond a reasonable doubt by the prosecution?
1. Grace Hopper and Arty Dent died
2. The defendant killed them
3. The defendant did so with malice
How much would Tatum make in a bonus if he/she completed Franklins Trench by October 31, 2012?
$25 Million