Stanley Students Participate In Mock Trials
Prosecution and the defense rests for mock trails 2025.
In the case of U.S. vs. Andie Martin, students tackled a late-night bar-fight scenario involving conflicting witness stories, questionable motives, and a defendant who claimed self-defense. For the state, attorneys Erika Littlefield and Valentina Anthony examined their witnesses played by Carly Rismon, CeeJay Bohmbach and Makayla Johnson. For the defense, attorneys Elizabeth Nelson and Joaquin Loera examined their witnesses and client played by Cody Anderson, Aldo Vasquez, and Laney Jackson.
During U.S. vs. Peyton Reed, the case examined whether Peyton Reed knowingly brought brownies containing an unauthorized substance to a party at an abandoned mansion. The trial focused on how the brownies were prepared, who had access to them, and whether Peyton was aware of their contents before distributing them. For the state, attorneys Italia Rodriguez and Alexis Laparra examined their witnesses played by Katherine Gonzalez Villamil and Joseph Wolter. For the defense, attorneys Ashley Ellis and Tylie Johnson examined their witnesses and client played by Nevaeh Charnetzki, Aiden Fairchild-Brown, and Joey Cotton.
Recognition to the jury for weighing the evidence and having thoughtful deliberations. Jury members were Dale Kilen, Max Jackson, Dakota Moody, Amanda Dick, Kaylee Cotton, Kylee Collins, Breanna Istilart, Brooklynn Upchurch, and Anna Ross. Court Bailiff was played by Jevon Johnson.
A special shoutout to the Mountrail County Courthouse for helping to make mock trials an opportunity. Clerk of Courts ensured trials ran smoothly from start to finish. A thank-you to our two judges, Mr. Enget and Mrs. Fiesel, who generously volunteered their time to preside over the trials and share real-world insight into the criminal justice system. Their guidance elevated the experience. Court is adjourned.