The handbook is the definitive resource for the Judge Richard N. Ware, IV Memorial High School Mock Trial Competition. It provides detailed competition rules, resources, and comprehensive preparation guidelines for students and coaches.

You can access the handbook by clicking here.

Inside you will find:

• Program Objectives

• Code of Ethical Conduct

• Judging the Competition

• Regional Coordinators

• Young Lawyers Division Co-Chairs/Coordinators

• Cancellation / Postponement Policy

• Applicable Law

• Rules of the Competition

• Suggestions for Teacher-Coaches

• Suggestions for Attorney-Coaches

• Guidelines for Student-Attorneys

• Suggestions for Student-Witnesses

• Criteria for Evaluating Performance

• Sample Score Sheet

• Sample Timekeeper Sheet

• Regional Competition Registration Form

• State Competition Registration Form

If you have additional questions not addressed in the Handbook, you can contact us for clarification.