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Criminal justice - law simulation pdfs
Mock Trial Preparation and Script
This product includes graphic organizers to help your students gather ideas and information to present in a formal trial-like manner. You can use any literature story or informational text with this packet. Put a character or a historical figure on trial for crimes they've committed. The possibilities are endless!You will receive:Printable pages that can be used to create a packet specialized for both the Prosecution team and the Defense Team.A script to help move the trial along in a manner tha
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4th - 8th
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Mock Trials for Government and Civics Classes: The Trial of Snow White
In this mock trial, your students will act as court officials, witnesses, and jurors to determine if Snow White murdered Prince Charming. What could have driven her to such a crime? And did she do it? Your government or civics class will have a great time as they determine her guilt or innocence. There are 9 characters in this mock trial: 5 female and 4 male.This mock trial is designed to teach the students the importance of performing their civic duty (i.e. jury duty), as well as understanding
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7th - 12th
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Mock Trials for Government and Civics Classes: The Trial of the Big Bad Wolf
Booker T. Wolf has been accused of murdering the two pig brothers in this mock trial for your government or civics class. Hand out roles to each member of your class, either as a part of the court process, a witness or a juror and let your class decide. Is he innocent or guilty?There are 9 character parts: 3 female,5 male and 1 non-specific.This mock trial is designed to teach the students the importance of performing their civic duty (i.e. jury duty), as well as understanding their rights as st
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7th - 12th
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The U.S. Supreme Court & Juvenile Justice
Students use printable information cards with facts about landmark Supreme Court cases that have helped define the juvenile justice system in the United States in order to compare and contrast the adult and juvenile justice systems. They then act as judge for three juvenile cases where they must use the landmark Supreme Court cases to guide their rulings.
The contents of this download are for use by the customer only. I ask that teachers not post any part of this file online or on a publicly a
Grades:
6th - 12th
Mock Trial Graphic Organizers and Procedures
Overview: This mock trial bundle has graphic organizers designed to help middle school classes transition from written arguments to verbal interactive debating. Specifically, I use this to support imagining an “other” when designing an argument rather than writing in a vacuum as is often required of students in standard essays. Students are engaged in the simultaneous collaborative yet competitive nature of the activities, and this excitement translates to more sound reasoning and an increased
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6th - 9th
Mock Trials for Government and Civics Classes: The Trial of Bugs Bunny
Bugs Bunny is a trickster, no doubt, but is he capable of theft and assault? Your government class will have to determine that as they take on the roles of court officials, witnesses, and jurors in this mock trial.
There are 8 character parts: 2 female and 6 male.
This mock trial is designed to teach the students the importance of performing their civic duty (i.e. jury duty), as well as understanding their rights as stated in the Bill of Rights. This activity works best after a unit on the 4th
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10th - 12th
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Jury Selection Simulation: Overview of Legal System and Justice
Students will be introduced to a case about college student Amy in a case of drunk driving with damage to property. Overviews of the legal system include this simulation of jury selection, understanding of key terms in court proceedings, and an argument of innocence vs. guilt. Students will read descriptions of 30 potential jury members and create a list of favorable versus unfavorable qualities about each. They will then evaluate the pros and cons of this potential jury member, considering pote
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9th - 12th
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Mock Trials for Government and Civics Classes: The Trial of Goldilocks
Goldilocks Smith is known to have a temper around the town of Grim, but in this mock trial, your government students will need to determine if this young woman is capable of vandalizing The Three Bears Bed and Breakfast and injuring Mama Bear.
There are 10 character parts: 6 female and 4 male.
This mock trial is designed to teach the students the importance of performing their civic duty (i.e. jury duty), as well as understanding their rights as stated in the Bill of Rights. This activity wor
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7th - 12th
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Criminal Law: Large Courtroom Simulation: “The People vs. Jack Montgomery”
Immerse your law, civics, or social studies students in the intricate world of legal proceedings with our meticulously crafted lesson plan, "Criminal Law Large Courtroom Simulation: The People vs. Jack Montgomery." This meticulously designed activity is tailored to provide an enriching and immersive experience, allowing students to delve into the complexities of the justice system while honing essential skills.Through this engaging simulation, students will step into the roles of legal professio
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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Mock Trials for Government and Civics Classes:Bundle
This bundle includes three unique mock trials for your government or civics classes to further their study of the 4th, 5th, and 6th Amendments of the Constitution. I created these cases as a fun way for students to get involved and interested in our judicial system.
The cases included are:
The Trial of Kat Kyle
The Trial of the Big Bad Wolf
The Trial of Snow White
Each case includes the following:
1) brief case outline
2) witness testimonies
3) suggested evidence for trial
4) documents such
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7th - 12th
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The Three Branches of Government: Reader's Theatre Script on the Judicial Branch
Help your students to better understand the judicial branch with this fun, yet educational reader's theatre script.
Important vocabulary words are presented throughout the script and students are given the opportunity to decide the verdict!
Thank you!
Fabulous Fun in Fourth
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4th - 7th
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RICO Law Passage & Simulation Scenarios Sociology, Law, Government, US History
Do you have students asking about RICO law? This resource aims to help. It has a 1.5 page informational text that breaks down the history and how it is typically used. It comes with 8 scenarios for students to discuss and decide whether each has grounds for a RICO case. While designed for my sociology class, it could be used in Civics, US History, Law and Government classes.Note: The reading is Lexend which is designed for students with dyslexia.For more interesting activities to save you
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10th - 12th, Higher Education
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Also included in: Sociology Crime and Deviance Reinforcement Activity Bundle
Whole Class Historical Simulation: The People vs. Andrew Jackson Mock Trial
A multi-day activity which covers many of the issues during the “Age of Jackson” including his personal life, his role as a plantation owner and owner of enslaved people, his role in the War of 1812, his reputation as the Common Man, his role in the “Trail of Tears,” the Tariff of Abominations and the Nullification Crisis, the conflict over the Second Bank of the United States, and more. It reinforces the Constitutional process and the Core Democratic Values. Materials included:*Curriculum con
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5th - 12th
Mini Mock Trial, 6-Witness Testimony, Evidence, Charts to scaffold questions
This Mini-Mock Trial can be done over two to four hour long class periods (depending on how you delegate tasks). It is a criminal case involving a bank robbery. One of the three robbers is employing Intoxication and Duress as his defense. With three prosecuting witnesses and three defense witnesses, and twelve artifacts and pieces of forensic evidence, there is plenty of material to prove that the defendant, Buford T. Justice, is either guilty or innocent. The story also contains plenty of drama
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9th - 12th
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Mock Trials for Government and Civics Classes: The Trial of Kat Kyle
Your government or civics class has been tasked with determining whether Kat Kyle really is an infamous cat burglar in this mock trial. Your students will take on roles as court officers, witnesses or jury members to determine Kat's guilt or innocence. There are 8 character parts: 5 female and 3 male.This mock trial is designed to teach the students the importance of performing their civic duty (i.e. jury duty), as well as understanding their rights as stated in the Bill of Rights. This activity
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7th - 12th
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Personal Injury Mock Trial (Beginner)
This Mock Trial is designed to work with a variety of levels. I have included all the materials for different groups to build their own opening statements, direct and cross-examination questions, and close arguments. Included with the materials are different videos I designed to help students with every step of the process. You do not need to know anything about trial litigation to run the activity.I have also included a complete script for the trial. So if you want you can provide your students
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7th - 12th
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Bill Proposal Template
Use this template to provide a hands on experience for your students. I use this template to write classroom bills (rules) the first few days of school. Then we vote them into law, this provides accountability and ownership on their part.
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4th - 9th
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Mock Trials for Government and Civics: The Trial of Paul Bunyan
In this mock trial, your students will act as court officials, witnesses, and jurors to determine if Paul Bunyan murdered Winston Wolf or if, in fact, it was a case of self-defense. Your government or civics class will have a great time as they determine her guilt or innocence. There are 6 characters in this mock trial: 3 female and 3 male.This mock trial is designed to teach the students the importance of performing their civic duty (i.e. jury duty), as well as understanding their rights as sta
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9th - 12th
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An Evidence Reliability Mystery: The Case of the Stolen Cookies
Who stole the cookies from the cookie jar? Students will work through 10 unique and complex pieces of evidence as they investigate the case of the stolen cookies. Along the way students will check each piece using a special reliability scorecard. There are 3 additional handouts that help students work towards a solution, ultimately leading to an engaging experience for all involved!
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5th - 10th
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Andrew Johnson Impeachment Trial Simulation
This is a four-day (assuming hour-long classes) simulation of Andrew Johnson's impeachment trial. This simulation includes everything you would need to teach the students about the impeachment trial and everything needed to run the mock trial. There are videos that the students can watch on their own explaining the history behind the trial and every aspect of how to conduct a trial (e.g. Hearsay Objections, Cross Examination, etc...) The product contains a complete overview of the process, four
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9th - 12th
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Moot Court – Teaching Teenagers to Argue ... in court that is
Roper v Simmons and JDB v North Carolina are two cases about how juveniles are treated in the criminal justice system.These are actual Supreme Court that your students will have the chance to argue before a panel of three judges. (See the Sample for a list and brief description of all 10 cases.)The other cases, address student speech, gay marriage, reverse discrimination, the right to bear arms, juvenile Miranda rights, the constitutionality of the Affordable Care Act, and other important issues
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9th - 12th
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Murder mystery - discussion/roleplay or collaborative writing activity
This murder mystery roleplay or collaborative writing activity is an open-ended discussion activity aimed at providing an engaging platform for students to collaborate, practice crime vocabulary and express their creativity.The pack includes:a background storyroles for studentsteacher instructions for two different options on conducting the activityThis immersive discussion activity helps students develop: critical thinking skills: students are presented with a complex problem that requires the
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9th - 12th
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Whole Class Historical Simulation: The Boston Massacre Trail of Captain Preston
On the cold, snowy night of March 5, 1770, there was a civil disturbance between a group of the citizens of Boston and the soldiers of the 29th British regiment. The shooting which took place that night lasted only a few moments. When the smoke cleared, four Bostonians lay dead and one was severely wounded and would die several days later. No one disputes that the British soldiers opened fire. The issue in dispute is whether the soldiers recklessly opened fire on innocent civilians or whether th
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5th - 12th
Mock LSAT
LSAT stands for "Law School Admissions Test." This mock LSAT is a fun way to show students what a very simple LSAT is like. Like the real LSAT, this LSAT will test students' logical reasoning, analytical reasoning, reading comprehension, following directions, and writing. It will be challenging for the students, but it is important to let them know that the real LSAT is much more challenging. This packet includes:25-questions;Three writing prompts; and An answer key. *** If you've already p
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7th - 12th, Adult Education
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