JURY TRIALS FOR THE CLASSROOM And Justice For All: Teacher Materials And Justice for All: Student Handouts

...And Justice For All Worksheet

DEFENSE AND PROSECUTION INSTRUCTIONS THE CHARGE: On the day of September 29,1879, the Ouray Indians incited an uprising that led to the deaths of many Meeker residents.

Lawyers: _______________________

Witnesses: _______________________

Main arguments:

Anticipated arguments of the opposition:

  JURY NOTEPAD

1. What are the charges against the defendant(s)?
   
   
   
   
2. What are the main points of the prosecution's opening argument?
   
   
   
   
3. What are the main points of the defense's opening argument?
   
   
   
   
4. Who were the witnesses for the prosecution and what was their purpose?
   
   
   
   
5. Who were the witnesses for the defense and what was their purpose?
   
   
   
   
6. Main points of the prosecution's case.
   
   
   
   
7. Main points of the defense's case.
   
   
   
   
8. Closing arguments for the prosecution:
   
   
   
   
9. Closing arguments for the defense:
   
   
   
   

WITNESS ROLE SHEET

Witness Description:

Are you a prosecution witness or a defense witness?

Most important details of your involvement in the case and the main points you will present

What cross-examination questions should you be prepared for?