Trial Procedures
What is the title that the judge must always be addressed with?
Your Honor
What is the only type of witness that is allowed to give opinion testimony?
An expert witness
When should an attorney stand up and make an objection?
As soon as objectionable testimony/an objectionable question has been said
What burden does the plaintiff have in a civil trial?
The plaintiff's burden is by a preponderance of the evidence (51%)
Which side gets to deliver its opening statements first?
Plaintiff
True/False: The scope of cross examination is limited to what was brought up on direct examination.
False.
Rule 611 states that the the scope of cross examination is not limited to direct examination and any facts, inferences, or omissions in the witness's affidavit may be inquired into
What makes a fact relevant?
It's tendency to make the existence of any fact that is of consequence to the determination of the action more probable or less probable than it would be without the evidence.
Name a difference between Mock Trial and real life court
{many answers}
In Michigan High School Mock Trial, what is the objection you should make when a witness testifies to something not contained in their affidavit?
Unfair extrapolation
Name the 4 elements of negligence (one word for each is good)
Duty, Breach, Causation, and Damages
When should you speak directly to opposing council?
Never.
When can attorneys introduce exhibits?
Either during direct or cross examination
What foundation must be laid before a witness can give expert testimony?
1. That the witness has scientific, technical, or other specialized knowledge
2. Their testimony is based on sufficient facts and data
3. Their testimony is a product of reliable principles and methods
4. That those principles and methods were reliably applied to the case
Name another school that has a Mock Trial team in our area
Huron Mock Trial
Community Mock Trial
How many minutes does each attorney have for direct examination?
There is no limit for individual attorneys. Each side has 25 minutes to share between three attorneys.
What is an attorneys goal during cross examination? Name 2 specific examples
1. To attack the witness's credibility
2. To challenge facts that help the adverse party
3. To establish helpful facts for your side
Name three exceptions to hearsay. Bonus 100 points: Name their rule numbers
[Refer to RoE]
What jurisdiction is this case being tried in?
The circuit court of Mason County, Michigan