​What do you really do in mock trial?
We practice, we laugh, we compete, we hang out, we travel!

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​How does a trial work?
The purpose of the trial is to simulate courtroom procedure. We do this by competing against other colleges and preparing all aspects of a case. Once we go to trial, every competitor is scored by two scoring judges on a scale of 1-10. The winning team is the one that scores the highest. A trial goes something as follows:

Opening Statement (prosecution/plaintiff & defense)
Direct Examination (prosecution/plaintiff's witnesses)
Cross Examination (opposing side)
Direct Examination (defense witnesses)
Cross Examination (opposing side)
Closing Arguments (prosecution/plaintiff & defense)
 

​How much of a time commitment is UK Mock Trial?
Our two teams practice separately for the most part. Each team meets one night a week for about 2 hours. In the Fall, we have two scrimmages, one weekend competition, and one Saturday competition. In the Spring, we have at least two scrimmages (depending on scheduling and progress), and two weekend competitions.

So, we meet regularly, but our members still have plenty of times for other activities. Our members are very involved. For example, we have members who are a part of sororities, fraternities, campus ministries, student involvment, marching band, and orchestra.



I want to try out! How do I join?

Great! We are currently looking to add new members who will fill both witness and attorney roles for the 2013-2014 season! Audition dates will be announced. Until then, contact ukymocktrial000@gmail.com.
 

​I don't want to go to law school, should I still try out?
Of course! Our alumni have gone on to study/work at:
University of Kentucky Law
Lewis & Clark Law
University of Delaware
University of Kentucky MIC
University of California, Davis
Peace Corps
AmeriCorps
TFA
Local Non-Profits
Local Elections
Law Firms
Software firms
K-12 Schools