At some point in your life you will likely need to go to court. It may be for a ticket or crime that you have committed, or perhaps you are being summoned to participate on a Jury. Any of these experiences can cause some fear and consternation. This course is designed to help you understand a little more about what goes on in a court, the crimes you can be charged with, and how to properly present yourself.

Students will:

1. Learn about tickets.
2. Understand different classifications of crimes.
3. How to behave if they are stopped by a police officer.
4. Know what it means to be sued and how to sue.
5. Be able to select an appropriate attorney.
6. Design a proper outfit to wear to court.
7. Know their civic responsibilities as a member of the jury.

Materials Used:

• Student Access to Internet
• Workbook- Life Skills: The Courts
• Computer and Projector for Videos