What is Mock Trial?
Mock Trial is a competitive simulation of a trial. The American Mock Trial Association (AMTA) provides a fictional case for teams to reenact. Each team is made of 10 people, with people split into playing prosecution and/or defense.
You can choose to be an attorney, witness, or both if you’re doubling! Attorneys will need to direct their own witnesses, cross examine the opposing team’s witness, and object throughout trial. Witnesses will need to play a character, with their “script” being the AMTA-issued affidavit. Although, you’ll need to go off-script sometimes–especially when you’re getting cross examined.
See our About Us page for more details. Mock Trial is a battle of wits and dramatics. Consider joining to have the time of your life!
The University of Rochester Mock Trial Program is Nationally Ranked and Nationally Competitive!
We Are Also One of the Most Competitive Student Run Programs in the Nation!
