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1 New Jersey Judiciary LAW DAY 2015 Detailed Calendar of Judiciary Law Day Events Logo used with the permission of the American Bar Association Stuart Rabner, Chief Justice Glenn A. Grant, J.A.D., Acting Administrative Director of the Courts

2 Administrative Office of the Courts TEL/ , 10 a.m. Richard J. Hughes Justice Complex, Trenton Law Day Program and Naturalization Ceremony General Public No reservations required. Administrative Office of the Courts, Office of the Attorney General, Office of the Public Defender, New Jersey Juvenile Justice Commission 1

3 Vicinage I Atlantic/Cape May TEL/ , jeanne.seymour@judiciary.state.nj.us Wednesday, April 29, 2015 Wednesday, April 29, a.m. to 1 p.m. 11 a.m. Atlantic Office Building Atrium City of Atlantic City Police and Fire Memorial Plaza Annual Law Day Public Information Fair Annual Law Day Naturalization Ceremony and High School Mock Trial Awards Ceremony General Public General Public not needed. not needed. Jersey Atlantic/Cape May Vicinage; Atlantic Bar Association, The of Atlantic, The City of Atlantic City and the Department of Homeland Security 10 a.m. Cape May Superior Courthouse Annual Law Day Public Information Fair Blood Drive High School Mock Trial Awards Ceremony General Public not needed. Jersey Atlantic/Cape May Vicinage; Cape May Bar Association 2

4 Vicinage II - Bergen TEL/ / , jennifer.shultis@judiciary.state.nj.us or ryan.sylvia@judiciary.state.nj.us 9 a,m. 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. Bergen Justice Center, 10 Main St., Hackensack Bergen Justice Center, Room 425 Bergen Justice Center, 10 Main St., Court Street Entrance, Hackensack In the event of inclement weather, the location will be Room 426. High School Mock Trial Program Overview of the Courts and Historical Walking Tour Formal Law Day Program Various Speakers Music Swearing In of New Citizens Bergen Bar Association Mock Trial Competition Awards Invited High School Participants General Public General Public No, not open to the public. Questions can be ed to BEROmbudsman@judiciary.state.nj.us Advance registration is required. Please call No reservations required. Questions can be ed to BEROmbudsman@judiciary.state.nj.us Jersey Bergen Vicinage and the, Bergen Bar Association, Jersey Bergen Vicinage and the Bergen Vicinage Advisory Committee on Minority Concerns Jersey Bergen Vicinage, Bergen, Bergen Bar Association, Bergen Vicinage Advisory Committee on Minority Concerns 3

5 Vicinage 3 - Burlington TEL/ (609) , donna.mazzanti@judiciary.state.nj.us 9:30 a.m. to noon Joint Base McGuire-Dix- Lakehurst Law Day Joint Base-Court Program Burlington Judiciary judges and staff join with Joint Base judge advocate staff to present the Juror For A Day St. v. The Cat in the Hat program to Burlington elementary school students. Law Day Proclamation Assignment Judge Bookbinder will read the Law Day Proclamation to the invited public. Students from Rancocas Valley High School will provide vocal selections and Pemberton High School J-ROTC cadets will present the colors. Selected Fourth and Fifth Grade students No, not open to the public Jersey Burlington Vicinage and the Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst Tuesday, May 5, a.m. to 11 a.m. Burlington Olde Historic Courthouse, 120 High Street, Mt. Holly The Burlington Bar Association will present a panel discussion on the historic Mount Laurel housing case. On the 40 th anniversary of the N.J. Supreme Court s decision in Southern Burlington N.A.A.C.P. v. Township of Mount Laurel, the original trial team for this landmark case heard in a Mount Holly courtroom will reassemble. The trial attorneys will discuss their strategy and share exhibits and other anecdotes about a case that made legal history. Attorney panelists include: Peter J. O Connor, Carl S. Bisgaier, Kenneth E. Meiser and moderator Kevin Walker. (Refreshments provided.) General Public, Court Staff, Attorneys, Elected and Appointed Officials, Local Law Schools Yes, open to the public. Free event. No reservations needed. Jersey Burlington Vicinage and the Burlington Bar Association Funding made possible through the IOLTA Fund of the Bar of New Jersey. 4

6 Tuesday, May 5, p.m. Indian Spring Club, Marlton Law Day Dinner Assignment Judge Bookbinder will give the State of the Courts address, the 2015 Mock Trial winners will be acknowledged, and the Jan Schlesinger scholarship award will be presented. Bar Association, Court Staff, Elected & Appointed Officials, Legislators, Invited Guests No, not open to the public. can be made through the Burlington Bar Association. Jersey Burlington Vicinage and the Burlington Bar Association Wednesday, May 6, p.m. to 7 p.m. May 6 Fellowship Hall, St. Matthew Luthern Church, Moorestown Minority Concerns Committee Community Outreach Date Safe Court professionals will present a program that addresses the serious concern of increased teen dating violence. The program introduces the concept of dating violence to high school students, discusses early warning signs and provides available services. High School Students of Burlington and General Public Yes, open to the public. No reservations required. Jersey Burlington Vicinage, Vicinage Advisory Committee on Minority Concerns May 8, :30 a.m. to noon Burlington Courts Facility, 49 Rancocas Rd., Mt. Holly The Association of Black Women Lawyers (ABWL) Law Day Program Judges Terrence R. Cook and Paula T. Dow, Court Administrator Jude Del Preore, court staff and local attorneys will participate in a panel discussion on careers, roles and responsibilities in the Judiciary. Students from the Burlington City Rancocas Valley High School No, not open to the public. can be made through the Association of Black Women Lawyers and the school. Association of Black Women Lawyers and the Superior Court of New Jersey - Burlington Vicinage. Funding made possible by a grant from the IOLTA Fund of the Bar of New Jersey. 5

7 Wednesday, May 13, 2015 Tuesday, May 19, 2015 Tuesday, May 19, 2015 Tuesday, May 26, 2015 May 29, a.m. to 2 p.m. 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. The Fellowship Center, 1114 Oxmead Rd., Burlington Burlington Library, 5 Pioneer Blvd., Westampton Burlington Olde Historic Courthouse, 120 High Street, Mount Holly Pemberton Twp. Senior Center, 300 Brook Street, Browns Mills Burlington Courts Facility, 49 Rancocas Rd., Mount Holly, NJ Community Outreach Burlington Senior Exposition Burlington senior citizens are provided with information on court programs and services. Minority Concerns Committee Community Outreach Expungement Seminar Attorneys and court professionals will discuss the process and procedure to apply for an expungement of a criminal record. Courtroom to Classroom Series Juror for A Day Seventh and eighth grade students interactively engage in and experience the jury selection and orientation process and follow a mock trial through to verdict. Minority Concerns Committee Community Outreach Elder Seminar Public seminar to discuss wills, probate, advance directives, safety, housing and frauds and scams that target the elderly. Student Contest Awards Ceremony Award ceremony for winners, parents, classmates, and school administrations. Burlington Senior Citizens General Public 7 th & 8 th grade students Burlington Senior Citizens 4 th & 5 th grade students Yes, open to the public. No reservations needed. Yes, open to the public. No reservations needed. No, not open to the public. required. Yes, open to the public. No reservations needed. Yes, open to the public. No reservations required. Jersey Burlington Vicinage, Burlington Office on Aging, and the Sheriff s Dept. Funding made possible by a grant from the IOLTA Fund of the Bar of New Jersey. Jersey Burlington Vicinage, Vicinage Advisory Committee on Minority Concerns, Burlington Bar Association Jersey Burlington Vicinage Funding made possible by a grant from the IOLTA Fund of the Bar of New Jersey Jersey Burlington Vicinage, Vicinage Advisory Committee on Minority Concerns, Burlington Office of the Sheriff and Surrogate Jersey Burlington Vicinage and the Burlington Bar Association Funding made possible by a grant from the IOLTA Fund of the Bar of New Jersey. 6

8 Throughout May and June Times Vary Riverside, BCIT, Delran High School, and Florence High Schools Courtroom to Classroom Series High School Forum Presentation by the Burlington Bar Association and the Court. The program will feature a discussion on the laws and responsible use of social media. High School students of Burlington No, not open to the public. required. Jersey Burlington Vicinage and the Burlington Bar Association. 7

9 Vicinage IV - Camden TEL/ , vannessa.ravenelle@judiciary.state.nj.us , ext. 3972, natonya.phillips@judiciary.state.nj.us May 8, 2015 May 15, 2015 May 22, 2015 June 5, 2015 June 12, 2015 June 19, 2015 TBD 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. 3 p.m. 3 p.m. 1 p.m. 3 p.m. 3 p.m. Participating Camden middle schools Camden Hall of Justice Winslow Public Library Hall of Justice Probation, Building 6, Cherry Hill Bellmawr Library Hall of Justice Probation, Building 6, Cherry Hill Law Day Essay and Poster Contest Awards Ceremonies Law Day In-House Program Expungement Seminar Pro Se Motion Workshops Pro Se Motion Workshops Expungement Seminar Pro Se Motion Workshops Pro Se Motion Workshops Middle and high school students Tech High Schools General Public General Public General Public General Public General Public General Public No, not open to the public. No reservations required. No reservations required. No reservations required. No reservations required. No reservations required. No reservations required. Jersey - Camden Vicinage Jersey - Camden Vicinage Camden Bar Foundation Jersey - Camden Vicinage & Camden Prosecutor s Office Jersey Camden Vicinage Jersey Camden Vicinage Jersey - Camden Vicinage & Camden Prosecutor s Office Jersey Camden Vicinage Jersey Camden Vicinage 8

10 Vicinage V - Essex TEL/ , EssexHelp.mailbox@judiciary.state.nj.us April 17, 2015 N/A Morning (TBD) Open N/A At specific Essex Schools N/A TBD TBD TBD Annual Law Day Program registration deadline Law Day Program Mock Trials Law Day Program Poster and Writing Contests submission deadline Annual Law Day Student Awards Ceremony Essex Schools Registered Essex Schools Essex Schools Contest winners, their guests, Law Day committee, judges and attorneys Open to all Essex schools. Online registration required. For information, contact or EssexHelp.mailbox@judiciary.state.nj.us No, not open to the public. Open to pre-registered Essex schools. Contests open to all Essex Schools. For information, contact or EssexHelp.mailbox@judiciary.state.nj.us No, not open to the public. Superior Court of NJ- Essex Vicinage and the Essex Bar Association. Superior Court of NJ- Essex Vicinage and the Essex Bar Association. Superior Court of NJ- Essex Vicinage and the Essex Bar Association. Superior Court of NJ- Essex Vicinage, the Essex Bar Association and the IOLTA Fund of the New Jersey State Bar Association 9

11 Vicinage VI - Hudson TEL/ , cariann.gingerelli@judiciary.state.nj.us January and February 2015 (completed) 4 p.m. Justice William J. Brennan Jr. Courthouse, Jersey City Mock Trial Competition Hudson High School Mock Trial Teams No reservations required. New Jersey State Bar Foundation Wednesday, March 25, 2015 Wednesday, May 27, a.m. to noon Noon Check-in for preregistered participants beings at 6 p.m. Hudson Administration Building, 595 Newark Ave, Room 901, Jersey City Justice William J. Brennan Jr. Courthouse Rotunda, Jersey City Justice William J. Brennan Jr. Courthouse Rotunda, Jersey City Law Day Art Contest Judging Law Day Awards Ceremony Court Night Program with Free Legal Workshops Art Contest Judges Grammar School & High School Winners of our Law Day Contests Hudson Residents No, not open to the public. Law Day Planning Committee members were invited to attend. No, not open to the public. Invitation only. required. Law Day Planning Committee Hudson Vicinage Superior Court Judges, Assignment Judge, Trial Court Administrator, Division Managers and Assistant Division Managers Jersey Hudson Vicinage, in partnership with the State Bar Association & Foundation, the Hudson Bar Association & Foundation, and the Hudson Vicinage Advisory Committee on Minority Concerns 10

12 Vicinage VII - Mercer TEL/ , ivette.santiagogreen@judiciary.state.nj.us April 24, 2015 Thursday, June 4, 2015 N/A 10 a.m. 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Elementary Schools throughout Mercer Mercer Courthouse 400 S. Warren Street, Trenton, NJ Various middle schools throughout Mercer Law Day Art Contest: Symbols of Freedom Annual Law Day Program Annual Law Day Program First Grade Students Middle School Students Eighth Grade Students No, not open to the public. No, not open to the public. No, not open to the public. Jersey Mercer Vicinage, Mercer Bar Association 11

13 Vicinage VIII - Middlesex TEL/ , lawrence.bethea@judiciary.state.nj.us Thursday, April 16, :30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. New Brunswick Hub Teen Center, 411 Joyce Kilmer Avenue, New Brunswick Teen Driver Workshop The workshop includes an overview of the role of the Municipal Court in handling traffic offenses. The workshop will also address safe and responsible driver awareness. Magna Carta s Legacy Law Day 2015 Teens and adults Yes., open to the general public. No reservations required. Jersey Middlesex Vicinage, Vicinage Advisory Committee on Minority Concerns, Middlesex Bar Assoc., Middlesex Sheriff s Department, MADD Monday, May 11, 2015 As scheduled with school Perth Amboy HS (STEM Academy) Continuation of Judges in the Classroom series. Conversation with students on the Magna Carta s influence in the evolution of US constitutional law. The basic principles of the US Constitution, trial by jury, individual rights and due process can be traced to Magna Carta. Presentation, You re 18 Now, which includes a dialogue with students on the legal aspects of turning 18. High School Students No, not open to the general public. Jersey Middlesex Vicinage, Vicinage Advisory Committee on Minority Concerns Presentation of the Chief Justice Law Day 2015 video message. 12

14 Project Law 2015 Award Ceremony Thursday, May 14, :30 p.m. to 5 p.m. Middlesex Courthouse, 56 Paterson St., New Brunswick, NJ Project Law Essay Contest winners and the 2015 Middlesex Mock Trial Championship HS will be honored. Special recognition to MCBF mock trial coordinators. General Public Yes, reservations through the Middlesex Bar Association Middlesex Bar Foundation Middlesex Bar Association Jersey Middlesex Vicinage Remarks from Hon. Travis L. Francis, AJSC, and MCBF leadership. Magna Carta s Legacy Law Day 2015 Tuesday, May 19, 2015 As scheduled with school (2 sessions) Highland Park High School Continuation of Judges in the Classroom series. Conversation with students on the Magna Carta s influence in the evolution of US constitutional law. The basic principles of the US Constitution, trial by jury, individual rights and due process can be traced to Magna Carta. Presentation, You re 18 Now, which includes a dialogue with students on the legal aspects of turning 18. High School Students No, not open to the general public. Jersey Middlesex Vicinage, Vicinage Advisory Committee on Minority Concerns Presentation of the Chief Justice Law Day 2015 video message. 13

15 May 22, 2015 As scheduled with school (3 sessions) North Brunswick High School Magna Carta s Legacy Law Day 2015 High School Students No, not open to the general public. Jersey Middlesex Vicinage, Vicinage Advisory Committee on Minority Concerns Wednesday, May 27, 2015 As scheduled with school Perth Amboy HS Magna Carta s Legacy Law Day 2015 High School Students No, not open to the general public. Jersey Middlesex Vicinage, Vicinage Advisory Committee on Minority Concerns Thursday, May 28, 2015 As scheduled with school Piscataway High School Magna Carta s Legacy Law Day 2015 High School Students No, not open to the general public. Jersey Middlesex Vicinage, Vicinage Advisory Committee on Minority Concerns 14

16 Vicinage IX - Monmouth TEL/ , theresa.romano@judiciary.state.nj.us Formal Law Day Observance Ceremony Remarks by Assignment Judge Lisa P. Thornton and Marie A. Accardi, Esq., President of the Monmouth Bar Association 4 p.m. Historic Hall of Records, Freehold Keynote Presentation by Lester E. Taylor III., Mayor of the City of East Orange Awards Presentation to Mock Trial winners, St. John Vianney High School Presentation of the Annual Monmouth Bar Association Abraham J. Zager Award for Professionalism to William S. Gearty, Esq. General Public No reservations needed. Jersey Monmouth Vicinage, Monmouth Bar Association, Monmouth Vicinage Advisory Committee on Minority Concerns Awards Presentation to the winners of the Poster and Essay Contests for students throughout Monmouth 15

17 Vicinage X Morris/Sussex TEL/ , MRSombudsman@judiciary.state.nj.us Thursday, April 30, p.m. Noon Sussex Courthouse, Newton Morris Courthouse, Morristown Law Day Celebration Law Day Ceremony General Public, Employees, Members of the Bar, and Court Staff General Public, Employees, Members of the Bar, and Court Staff No reservations needed. No reservations needed. Sussex Bar Association Jersey Morris/Sussex Vicinage 16

18 Vicinage XI - Passaic TEL/ , june.zieder@judiciary.state.nj.us; , sharon.kinney@judiciary.state.nj.us February 2015 through March 2015 Monday, April 27, 2015 (continued on next page) 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. 7 p.m. 9 a.m. Middle Schools and High Schools in Passaic Islamic Center of Passaic Paterson Jury Assembly Room Law Day Contest 2015 Law Day poster, poetry, and video contests on Law Day Theme Law Day Mock Trials Know Your Rights Domestic Violence Panel discussion on the rights of domestic violence victims. Speakers include attorneys specializing in the area of domestic violence. Annual Student Law Day Program Josue Vazquez, Senior Assistant Prosecutor in the Office of the Passaic Prosecutor, will give an educational presentation to the students relating to the law. Teachers and Students Community Members Winning Classes for the poster poetry, video contest and mock trial finalists No, not open to the public No reservations required. No, not open to the public Jersey - Passaic Vicinage Law Day Committee New Jersey State Bar Foundation IOLTA Fund of the Bar of NJ Jersey - Passaic Vicinage Law Day Committee New Jersey State Bar Foundation IOLTA Fund of the Bar of NJ Jersey - Passaic Vicinage Law Day Committee New Jersey State Bar Foundation IOLTA Fund of the Bar of NJ 17

19 (continued from pervious page) 10:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. 12:15 p.m. Freeholders Meeting Room --- Courtroom NO. 222, Historical Courthouse, 71 Hamilton St., Paterson Jury Assembly Room New Citizen Swearing In Ceremony and the Oath of Citizenship The oath of citizenship will be administered by the Honorable Ernest M. Capostela, A.J.S.C. The ROTC Student Color Guard from Passaic Technical Institute will present the colors. Law Day Final Mock Trial Competition Luncheon and Reception Winner of Mock Trial Announced Award ceremony, pizza lunch, and reception for students and teachers Announcement of the Mandak Scholarship recipient New citizens and their invited guests Winning classes for the poster, poetry, video contest and mock trial finalists Winning Classes for the poster poetry, video contest and mock trial finalists No, not open to the public Jersey - Passaic Vicinage Law Day Committee New Jersey State Bar Foundation IOLTA Fund of the Bar of NJ Monday, May 4, p.m. Women in Transition, Wayne Know Your Rights Domestic Violence Panel discussion on the rights of domestic violence victims. Speakers include attorneys specializing in the area of domestic violence. Community Members No reservations required. Jersey - Passaic Vicinage Law Day Committee New Jersey State Bar Foundation and IOLTA Fund of the Bar of NJ 18

20 Vicinage XII - Union TEL/ , david.beverly@judiciary.state.nj.us; , yvonne.rios@judiciary.state.nj.us May 8, :30 a.m. Union Courthouse, Courtroom of Assignment Judge Karen M. Cassidy (Tower, First Floor) Law Day Program Flag Salute Video Presentation Musical Selections by Burnet Middle School Presentation of Contest Winners (Poetry/Rap; Poster; and Essay) General public, schools, parents, teachers, chaperones, vicinage employees, and invited dignitaries No reservations needed. Jersey Union Vicinage, Union Vicinage Advisory Committee on Minority Concerns, Union Bar Association, Garden State Bar Association, Hispanic Bar Association 19

21 Vicinage XIII Somerset/Hunterdon/Warren TEL/ , Thursday, May 7, p.m. to 9 p.m. Somerset Historic Courthouse, 20 N. Bridge St., Somerville VACMC Annual Spring Program: Intent Doesn t Always Equal Impact: Understanding the Intersection of Diversity and Inclusion Presentation and community discussion presented by Elizabeth Williams-Riley, president and chief executive officer of the American Conference on Diversity General Public, Judiciary employees, attorneys, teachers, social workers, other interested professionals, and students Advance registration is required. Contact Denise Paternoster, or SomersetHelp.mailbox@judiciary.state.nj.us. This program has received approval to award CLE credits to attorneys licensed in New Jersey. There is no cost for the CLE credits. For further information, please contact Ms. Paternoster.. Superior Court of New Jersey Somerset/Hunterdon/ Warren Vicinage, Vicinage Advisory Committee on Minority Concerns, and New Jersey State Bar Foundation 20

22 Vicinage XIV Ocean TEL/ , 12:30 p.m. Ocean Courthouse, Historic Courtroom #1, 118 Washington St., Toms River Ocean Bar Association Law Day Program Keynote Speaker: Honorable Mark A. Troncone, J.S.C. Ocean Bar Association Mock Trial Competition Awards Announcement of Ocean Bar Association Memorial Scholarships Recipients Announcement of Ocean Bar Association Officers & Trustees Law Day Awards, including: Achievement Award, John M. Hoffman Memorial Young Lawyer Award, Citizenship Award, and Excellence in the Administration of Justice Award Musical Selections by Toms River High School South Chorus General Public are not needed, but space is limited. For further information, please contact the Ocean Bar Association at or Sonal Pushko, Ocean Vicinage EEO/AA Officer, at Jersey Ocean Vicinage; Ocean Bar Association 21

23 Vicinage XV Cumberland/Gloucester/Salem TEL/ , Student Program Court Observation, Presentation, Tour, and Mock Trial Monday, March 17, :30 a.m. to 2:20 p.m. Salem Courthouse, Salem Students were welcomed by a Superior Court judge and observed a live court room where cases were being decided. A Superior Court judge gave a presentation highlighting the basic principle that no person is above the law, a concept that is embodied in the Magna Carta and the foundation of the justice system. The program also included an overview of the court system, describing the organizational structure (judicial and administrative), explaining the hierarchy of the courts, and identifying the various types of cases heard by each court: Supreme, Superior (Appellate and Trial), and Municipal. The Salem Sheriff s Office gave a presentation on job duties and training and conducted a guided tour of special areas. 7th and 8th graders from Charter School Jersey Cumberland/Gloucester/Salem Vicinage, Office of the Ombudsman 22

24 Thursday, April 16, 2015 April 17, :30 a.m. to 11 a.m. 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. Indian Avenue Elementary School, Bridgeton, NJ Buckshutem Elementary School, Bridgeton, NJ School Presentation Superior court judges and court executives will participate in a presentation about the Judiciary s commitment to access and fairness not only in how cases are administered/decided but also in terms of how diversity is fostered among staff and judges. The various careers with in the judiciary are highlighted. Elementary School students and teachers No, not open to the public. Jersey Cumberland/Gloucester/Salem Vicinage, Office of the Ombudsman and the Human Resources Division BoardwalkEvent/Presentation Thursday, April 23, :30 a.m. to 2:15 p.m. Cumberland Technical Education Center, Bridgeton, NJ Court executives will participate in a boardwalk event where they will make available informational brochures highlighting the various positions available within the court system. Positions less associated with the courts such as IT, Finance, HR, court interpreter will be highlighted. The various procedures for applying for judiciary positions will also be discussed. High School students and teachers No, not open to the public. Jersey Cumberland/Gloucester/Salem Vicinage, Office of the Ombudsman and the Human Resources Division A presentation to the criminal justice class will focus two major areas. First, it will focus 23

25 on the legal profession highlighting not the process to become a lawyer but also the rewards/challenges involved in the practice of law. The second part will focus on the various careers with in the judiciary are highlighted. Law Day Program Welcome and introduction of the theme by Superior Court Judge Thursday, April 30, a.m. to 2 p.m. Salem Courthouse, Salem A superior court judge will give a presentation highlighting the basic principle that no person is above the law, a concept that is embodied in the Magna Carta and the foundation of this justice system. The program will include an overview of the court system, description of the organizational structure (judicial and administrative), explanation of the hierarchy of the courts, and identification of the various types of cases heard by each court: Supreme, Superior (Appellate and Trial), and Municipal. Salem High School Mock Trial Students, Teachers, Coaches, and Judges Ceremony is open to the public. Lunch is by invitation only. Jersey Cumberland/Gloucester/Salem Vicinage, Office of the Ombudsman and the Salem Bar Association The Salem Sheriff s Office will give a presentation on an active shooter drill recently conducted at the 24

26 Salem Courthouse. Distribution of Certificates to Mock Trial Participants Lunch Presentation and Tour for Students The presentation includes a visit to a live court room where criminal cases are being heard. Monday, May 4, a.m. to noon Cumberland Courthouse, Bridgeton NJ The program also includes an overview of the court system, description of the system s structure (judicial and administrative), an explanation of the hierarchy of the courts, and identification of the various types of cases heard by each court: Supreme, Superior (Appellate and Trial), and Municipal. Vineland High School Students Jersey Cumberland/Gloucester/Salem Vicinage, Office of the Ombudsman Students will have the opportunity to meet and greet a Superior Court judge. The Ombudsman also provides a guided tour of the courthouse highlighting areas and features that are historically significant.. 25

27 Youth Program Court Observation, Presentation, Tour, and Mock Trial TBD 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Justice Complex, Woodbury NJ Participants will have the opportunity to tour the Prosecutor s Office Crime Scene Unit and take a tour of the Justice Complex, visiting the various divisions and view unique displays of historical significance. The program will include a review of the types of cases handled at this level with a special focus on those matters that involve law enforcement. Participants will also have an opportunity meet and greet a Superior Court judge who will share his/her experiences as a judge. Washington Township Junior Police Yes, open to the public Jersey Cumberland/Gloucester/Salem Vicinage, Office of the Ombudsman The program will include a mock trial in an actual courtroom, where participants will have the opportunity to decide The Case of the Stolen Lunch. Students will play the roles of judge, attorneys, court reporter, witnesses, plaintiff, defendant and sheriff s officer. /LRB, April 17,