Students take attitudinal survey. Students write their opinions of what the motto means. Show picture of symbol of justice. Have students search the Constitution to find ways this purpose is carried out. Raise questions about appeal, time involved in judication, and fairness of the system.
Students complete attitudinal survey and discuss.
After the visit from a local trial court judge have students construct a diagram of the applicable federal and state courts for their jurisdiction. Use this activity to introduce the first unit or lesson. For each of the following statements, put a check in the column which corresponds most closely with your opinion. In a court of law, the defendant is always treated justly. Trial by jury should be abolished.