Superior Court Tour - Fullerton, CA

**Please note, if you experience any registration issues while booking this field trip contact Homeschool Concierge, 1-833-4HCTRIP (1-833-442-8747).

For questions about the trip please contact the host, Heidi Da Silva, 949-445-1214.

Make sure you read this full post and all directions before proceeding with your order. If you are planning to use Charter School Instructional Funds for all of your spaces, DO NOT ENTER A CREDIT CARD NUMBER, if it is asking you for a payment then you did not follow the directions for using Instructional Funds. Please go back and read the directions again.

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*We need a minimum of 20 student sign-ups to make this event happen.*

Sign-ups open on Friday, October 26, 2018, at 10:00 AM, space is limited so register early to secure your spot!

Sign-ups close on Sunday, April 7, 2019, at 11:59 PM unless sold out prior to that date.

Join us on Tuesday, April 16, 2019, at 9:00 AM for a field trip to the North Justice Center.

Event Description:

As part of its services to the community, the North Justice Center has a Court Tour Program made possible by the participation of volunteer docents. This program was started by an organization called the Orange County Lawyers’ Wives and then thereafter expanded to included interested civic-minded community leaders. Their valuable contribution includes recruiting and training new volunteers and guiding court tours for middle, high school, and college students.

The court tour program takes students from the classroom to the courtroom, allowing them to witness first-hand the administration of justice. Participants of the court tour can expect to:

✓ Be able to distinguish between the different levels of crimes, i.e. infraction, a misdemeanor, and felony;

✓ Observe actual court proceedings; (There are 18 courtrooms with varied cases from traffic, misdemeanor, petty theft, domestic violence etc. The court liaison will suggest appropriate cases to observe. We will spend 15-30 minutes here.)

✓ Visit the jury assembly room and learn about the jury system;

✓ Meet representatives from the District Attorney’s Office, the Sheriff’s Department and Interpreter’s Office and learn how each agency plays an important role in our judicial system; (Each will present for about 15 minutes, total time of about 45 minutes for these presentations in the courtroom.)

✓ Participate in a scripted mock trial with the objective of teaching students the role various participants in a courtroom setting, i.e. judge, attorney, witness, courtroom clerk, bailiff, etc.;

✓ Learn about educational requirements to pursue various careers within the judicial system; and

✓ Meet a judicial officer, as he or she addresses the students about the legal consequences of one’s actions. (If available)

The Mission of the Superior Court of California, County of Orange Serve the public by administering justice and resolving disputes under the law, thereby protecting the rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitutions of California and of the United States of America.

This field trip is hosted by Inspire Parent Advocacy Team Field Trip Coordinator Heidi Da Silva and in Homeschool Concierge fashion is open to all homeschoolers.

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Important Event/Field Trip Details:

Is there on-site parking available?

Parking is free and is off Valley View and Berkely in the back.

What are the check-in procedures?

Be checked in by 8:45 AM with Heidi Da Silva in front of the main entrance Criminal building (by flag poles).

We arrived after a long drive but have not met up with the group yet, where are the nearest restrooms?

Restrooms are located on the 3rd and 4th floor. There are no official breaks during the program but restrooms may be used at your leisure.

Are there any available resources for lesson plans to extend our learning?

Orange County Department of Education: Student Resource Center

California Courts: Civics Education Resources

Superior Court: Magna Carta - Impact on the U.S. Constitution

Is there any other important info I may need to know before arriving?

Floorplan

SECURITY: Please be advised that the North Justice Center is a full-security facility. All persons entering the building will be required to pass through a weapons-screening device and have all hand- carried objects x-rayed.

Weapons of any type and items which are deemed by the Sheriff’s Deputy as potentially offensive and dangerous will not be permitted into the justice Center. Items such as: knives, including pocket knives, scissors, corkscrews, mace, pepper-spray, knitting needles, etc., which may be deemed potentially offensive and dangerous by the Sheriff's Department will not be allowed in the building.

ROLE PLAYING: The Mock Trial has role assignments for students wanting to participate. These include: Judge, Jury (up to 12), Courtroom Clerk, Courtroom Reporter, Bailiff, Deputy District Attorney female (suggested aspiring actress), Defense Attorney male (suggested aspiring actor), Defendant female, witness - officer, witness. Those wishing to take the following roles should have strong reading and speaking skills: The judge, Courtroom Clerk, Bailiff, Deputy District Attorney, Defense Attorney and the Witness.

COURT ETIQUETTE CHECKLIST: The court is a formal and professional setting. It is important for students to understand some of the etiquette required.

✓ DO dress appropriately – this a professional setting and you are encouraged to dress for court.

✓ DON'T speak in the courtroom during a court proceeding.

✓ DO speak softly and maintain a professional demeanor in the hallways and stairwells of the court.

✓ DON'T bring heavy backpacks or totes into the court as this delays the security process.

✓ DO be respectful to the judge – address him or her as "Your Honor" or "Judge."

✓ DON'T chew gum in the courtrooms.

✓ DO turn pagers and cellular telephones off while visiting the court.

✓ DON'T bring food or beverages into a courtroom.

✓ DO bring pens or pencils and paper to take notes. There is a lot to learn from a visit to the court and students are encouraged to take notes of their observations.

Can we pack snacks or lunch for this event or field trip?

Water bottles are allowed, food is not.

What is the age range for this event or field trip?

This field trip is geared to those at the 8th-grade level and higher. Younger students may attend if you feel your student can sit for 30 minutes at a time and pay attention for 3+ hours.

My child has special needs, what accommodations are available for this event or field trip?

Please contact the host well in advance of the event with your concerns.

What's the refund policy?

Families may cancel and receive a full refund ONLY while the field trip is still open for registration. If you need to cancel while the field trip registration is open please request a refund through your Eventbrite account.

To request a refund, go to Tickets in your Eventbrite account, find your order, then select "Request a Refund." Refunds can take up to 7-10 business days to show on your account.

If you have trouble requesting the refund or have additional questions please use the "Contact the Organizer" link through Eventbrite at the bottom of the event posting.

Once the field trip registration has closed there are no cancellations or refunds available because at that point the final numbers and payment have been submitted to the venue.

If you have an extenuating circumstance please contact the event host.

1) You will have 30 minutes to complete your registration, after which time if you have not completed the transaction, your tickets will be returned to the queue.

2) If you have successfully completed the registration process you will receive an automatic order confirmation in your email inbox. You can also log into your Eventbrite account at any time to check what events you have signed up for.

3) Eventbrite email confirmations may include e-tickets, there is no need to print out or bring any Eventbrite tickets with you the day of the event or field trip. The host will have a list of attendees to check you in with. Please save paper.

How do I contact the event organizer?

Name: Heidi Da Silva

Email: HeidiD@InspireSchools.org

Phone: 949-445-1214

We look forward to field tripping with you!