Mock trial procedures
when does the time stop during competitions?
During Objections
On what grounds can evidence be introduced?
Relevance/probative value
Defense has the burden of proof
False
Name at least three hearsay exceptions
Is it
A.) Narrative
B.) Ambiguous
C.) None of the above
C: none of the above
Which party starts the trial, the plaintiff or defendant?
Plaintiff
Why would you file a dispute in a Mock Trial?
If there was a serious material rules violation
During competition, you are only allowed to speak to the members of the team and coaches.
False you can only speak to the members currently competing.
The objection made when a witness theorizes as to was possibly could have happened.
what is speculation ?
What would be the correct objection to use?
Objection unresponsive
What is the chronological order of a Mock Trial competition?
Which one of the following is always "objectionable": (1) questions with "yes" or "no" answers; (2) compound questions; (3) leading question; (4) lengthy questions?
2: compound questions
Leading questions are permitted on cross
True
In a case about a stolen car, a witness states "My best friend told me she saw the defendant get into the stolen car." An attorney objects and says
Hearsay
If an attorney were to ask…
Argumentative
Who conducts the direct examination and who conducts the cross examination?
The party that calls the witness conducts the direct examination, and the opposing party conducts the cross examination.
What is the only permitted motion?
The only motion permissible is one requesting the judge to strike testimony following a successful objection to its admission.
Redirect must fall within the scope of questions asked on cross examination
True
When would an opinion be admissible?
When expert witnesses are giving their expert opinions and layopinon
What would be the best objection?
Lack of personal knowledge/speculation
When would you as an attorney speak directly to opposing counsel during competition?
Other than when you say“Your honor opposing counsels and members of the jury” the answer is never.
On what grounds can relevant evidence not be admitted?
If it’s probative value is substantially outweighed by a danger of one or more of the following: unfair prejudice, confusing the issues, misleading the jury, undue delay, wasting time, or needlessly presenting a lot of evidence.
In the courtroom defense is closest to the jury
False
Name all of the objections from the list we provided
What would be the best hearsay exception to argue that this is not hearsay?
Excited hearsay