Criminal Law: Issues of involuntary manslaughter, removal of traffic signs, and protection against self-incrimination
This case involves a fatal traffic accident on a highway due to the theft of a "Do Not Enter" sign. Police arrest a college student, who makes incriminating statements following the postponement of a pretrial hearting. In an optional pretrial motion, students can argue whether the incriminating statements are admissible in court. Other issues are addressed in the trial.
Mock trials developed by the Constitutional Rights Foundation include the facts of a hypothetical case, witness statements, relevant legal authorities, complete trial instructions, and procedural guidelines. Each also contains an optional pretrial motion designed to help students gain a deeper understanding of constitutional issues related to the criminal trial process.
Mock trials at this grade level are not scripts, but rather give a set of facts and allow witnesses and lawyers to create testimony and questioning consistent with the facts. They typically have about eight speaking parts. They can usually be presented in one class period or adapted to be presented in that period, but most could take more time if it were available. These mock trials are suggested for use with students in grades 7-12.
Other mock trials are also available at the same price. Please visit our full listing of mock trials for more information.
