Mock Trial begins in Late September
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Mock Trial Competition Statement of Goals To increase comprehension of the historical, ethical and philosophical basis of the American system of justice. To demystify the operation of the law, court procedures and the legal system. To help students increase basic life and leadership skills such as listening, speaking, writing, reading and analyzing. To heighten appreciation for academic studies and promote positive scholastic achievements. To bring law to life for students through active preparation for and participation in the competitions. The goal is not to win for the sake of winning, but to learn and understand the meaning of good citizenship in a democracy vis-a-vis our system of law and justice. In this sense, all the students who participate will be winners.
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Our competitions will be at the bergen county courthouse
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