WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) – High school students got their day in court with a mock trial competition.
According to the District Attorney’s Office, students worked with staff all week on the mock trial, exploring complex legal scenarios while presenting arguments before a judge.
The competition is part of the DA’s Leadership Academy annual summit, where 20 students aged 16 to 19 are introduced to the Criminal Justice System through a series of hands-on experiences…