2016 Model Assembly District Court Documents

2016 MINNESOTA YMCAYOUTH IN GOVERNMENT

Model Assembly Session

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DISTRICT COURT DOCUMENTS

12th Grade -- District CourtDISTRICT COURT CASE: D - ACASE NAME: State of Minnesota vs CascoATTORNEY #1: Anna Karas, DuluthATTORNEY #2: Zoe Adams, Red Wing

OPENING STATEMENT - Prosecution

Good morning/afternoon, your honor and ladies and gentlemen of the jury. I, Anna Karas, and my co counsel, Zoe Adams, are representing MN in today’s proceedings.We are here to explain to you why the defendant, Madison Casco, is guilty of grand theft by the means of credit card fraud. Madison had an easy way to obtain all information that he needed to use the credit cards of others and use the anonymous school computer accounts to purchase the thousands of dollars of electronics. As a volunteer for Librarian LaPoint, Madison had access to all the usernames and passwords created by New Prague High, even those that hadn’t yet been assigned to anybody. He thought his actions were untraceable because of his use of unassigned accounts on school computers. On the contrary, with Madison’s elaborate drop off system, the correlations in the times the purchases, the evidence found in his apartment, and the [large sums of cash from buying and selling the objects on his person] prove his culpability. When Officer Brosnan did a search of Madison’s apartment, he found very new technology with serial numbers matching those of the ones bought with a stolen credit card. When talking to his long time best friend Devon, Madison was very short and secretive (an unusual thing, as the boys have always been very open with each other). Devon became very suspicious because of how Madison was acting and how complicated the drop-off system was.While Madison may reverse the roles of her and Devon by pinning the crime on Devon, the time frame and location of the purchases are clearly paralleled to Madison’s daily routine at school. Devon was in calculus between 10:00 and 10:50, not in the library like Madison.Through the facts in the witness statements of Devon Wilshire, Officer Rory Brosnan, and Librarian Pat LaPoint, Madison Casco is plainly guilty on charge of grand theft by credit card fraud. We beg you, the jury, to see through the lies of the defense and find Madison guilty.

OPENING STATEMENT - Defense

Good morning/afternoon, your honor and ladies and gentlemen of the jury. I, Zoe Adams, and my co counsel, Anna Karas, are representing Madison Casco in today’s proceedings. We are here to explain to you why the defendant is innocent of the charges brought against him.Madison is known at school and in his workplace as a hard worker. He was chosen by New Prague High’s librarian as a volunteer, a rather difficult position to attain. At work, Madison is a model employee that other servers would do well to emulate. Never has his employer, K.C. Cline, received a complaint about his servers. Not only is credit card fraud completely out of character for such an exemplary student and employee, but there is no evidence to prove that he is guilty of such a crime.Although Madison volunteers in the library around the same time that the fraudulent purchases were made, there is no one to attest to Madison’s involvement. The purchases were made from an anonymous student account, making it impossible to trace the website IP addresses back to a specific student. Furthermore, the librarian never saw Madison access the list of student logins and passwords.The fact that the fraudulently purchased goods were shipped to Windsor Arms Apartments does not point towards Madison as the person who ordered them. Today, two other witnesses also live in that apartment complex. Besides, Madison has not been seen picking up any packages in the apartment’s lobby.And regarding the money found on Madison’s person at school, she was unaware of New Prague High’s rule against carrying large sums of money.Madison has been deemed a trustworthy and hardworking student by school faculty, his employer, and his friends. If his incredible character is not proof enough of his innocence, the lack of physical evidence secures it. Ladies and gentlemen of the jury, Madison Casco is not guilty of grand theft via credit card fraud.

QUESTIONS TO ASK YOUR WITNESSES (3 Witnesses = 3 Questions for Each)

Madison Casco: Where do you attend school?

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Where do you work? How long have you known Devon Wilshire?River Lenox: What is your opinion of Madison? What is your occupation? Who did you see coming to school with new electronics?K.C. Cline: How did Madison perform at your restaurant? What sort of customers did Madison serve? What wages does Madison earn?Jamie Sung: When have you seen Madison in the apartment complex’s lobby to get a box? How many times have you witnessed Devon picking up a box? How did Devon act when picking up his boxes?

QUESTIONS TO ASK YOUR OPPONENT'S WITNESSES (3 Witnesses = 5 Questions for Each)

Officer Brosnan: Have you found that credit card fraud is difficult to pull off? Can the internet be used to purchase items fraudulently? Did you see Madison place any items or money in the library? Did you talk to Devon in the halls? Did you find the confirmation emails in Madison's room?Devon Wilshire: Do you live in the same apartment building as Madison? Have you known Madison for multiple years? Are you sure Madison sent the confirmation emails? Did you eat lunch in Mr. Conley's room, too? Did you pick up boxes in your apartment complex's lobby?Librarian LaPoint: Were the fraudulent purchases made from school computers? Were they made on an "extra" account? Can you trace the user of such an account? Do you know if Madison ever saw the list of students' logins and passwords? Did you see Madison place anything on the shelf?Teacher Conley: Did both Madison and Devon eat lunch in your room? Do you know exactly when the receipt was taken? Are Madison, Devon, River, and Lisa smart people? Do you enjoy their company? Did all of them have access to your desk drawer?

CLOSING STATEMENT - Prosecution

Your honor and ladies and gentlemen of the jury, Madison Casco is guilty of grand theft by the means of credit card fraud.Through the questioning of the witnesses and the evidence brought forth today, Madison is culpable for this crime beyond a reasonable doubt. He had an easy way to obtain all information that he needed to use the credit cards of others and use the anonymous school computer accounts to purchase the thousands of dollars of electronics. He was in the library at the time of the purchases, and he was seen near the drop off location multiple times. The items were shipped to Madison’s apartment complex and found in his family’s individual apartment. He was carrying around a thousand dollars for no concrete reason.All in all, the timeline of Madison’s daily activities aligns perfectly with that of the crime. He was given the opportunities to steal the credit card information, to use anonymous computer accounts, to make the fraudulent purchases, and to pick up the items without being seen.Ladies and gentlemen of the jury, Madison Casco is guilty. Your job is to make a ruling based on the facts presented to you. Consider every connection Madison has with the cases of credit card fraud. Uphold justice and free those victimized by Madison’s heinous crime by convicting him of grand theft via credit card fraud.

CLOSING STATEMENT - Defense

Your honor and ladies/gentlemen of the jury, after this case, I hope you can see how clearly innocent Madison is. There is not nearly

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enough evidence to link Madison to the credit card fraud. Madison holds a very positive reputation amongst those who know him; as stated by our witnesses, he is a very honest and hardworking young man. He set time aside every day to volunteer for Pat LaPoint, the school librarian. He was an exemplary employee for K.C. Cline and frequently waited on returning customers that requested him as a server. Furthermore, despite Madison’s access to the credit card information of the diners, not one complaint was received indicating that credit cards were stolen. Through his job at the restaurant, Madison had a substantial income, therefore minimizing the oddity of his purchasing new electronics.Before this, there has been no record of Madison experiencing a single run-in with the law. There is no reason to alter such a record. At the most, Madison was in the wrong place at the wrong time, just as the drug dogs indicated a false positive; they alerted to his bag, and yet no drugs were found. Because of his dedication to Ms. LaPoint as a volunteer in the library, Madison is the easiest person to frame for the crime. However, his outstanding work ethic and reputation sharply contrast such a heinous crime.If the merits of Madison Casco that have been stated have not yet persuaded you of his innocence, let the evidence remind you of the lack of proof beyond a reasonable doubt. None of the emails sent in regards to monetary and product exchanges can be proven to be sent by Madison. Only weak and biased assumptions can be made claiming that Madison was the author of such communications. Comparatively, the student using the anonymous student account to purchase the electronics cannot be identified due to the nature of these “extra” accounts. And finally, no one has attested to physically seeing Madison place either money or electronic devices in the library, nor has anyone seen him picking up such devices in the common area of his apartment complex.Credit card fraud is against the character of Madison, and there is no proof beyond a reasonable doubt that he is guilty of it. Madison Casco is innocent of any form of credit card fraud. Ladies and gentlemen of the jury, remember the requirements needed to convict the defendant, and do not find Madison Casco guilty of grand theft via credit card fraud.

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11th Grade -- District CourtDISTRICT COURT CASE: D - ACASE NAME: State of Minnesota vs. CascoATTORNEY #1: Logan Truman, LakevilleATTORNEY #2: Brantly Craig, Lakeville


Your honor and ladies and gentlemen of the jury, my name is Logan Truman and this is my partner Brantly Craig and we are representing the State of Minnesota in this ordeal. We believe you hould find Ms. Casco guilty of the charges put against her. All the evidence and the testimonies clearly show that Ms. Casco was aware that waht she was doing was wrong and that she didn't care about the repercussions that her actions caused.


Your honor and ladies and gentlemen of the jury, my name is Logan Truman and this is my partner Brantly Craig and we are representing Ms. Madison Casco in this ordeal. We believe you should find Ms. Casco not guilty of the charges put against her. All the evidence and the testimonies clearly show that Ms. Casco was aware of what her friends had put her up to.


Officer Bronson: What happened after the K-9 search of Ms. Casco's bag?Devon Whilshire: From where did Ms. Casco say she got he items?Pat LaPoint: What did Ms. Casco leave in the library?Chris Conley: What appeared on your credit card purchase history?Madison Casco: How did you come across the items that you purchased?River Leno: Where did Ms. Casco say you could purchase the items half off?K.C. Cline: How much could Ms. Casco make in a week?Jamie Sung: What did you see Mr. Whilshire doing in the lobby from time to time?


Officer Bronson: Are you an expert in finding credit card fraud?Devon Whilshire: Did Ms. Casco tell you how to get the items?Pat LaPoint: Is Ms. Casco usually a good kid?Chris Conley: Do you keep you tax materials at the school?Madison Casco: Did you know of anybody else using the item service?River Leno: Did Ms. Casco tell you about the email address?K.C. Cline: Is Ms. Casco a hard worker?Jamie Sung: Would Ms. Casco take any of your packages?


Your honor and ladies and gentlemen of the jury, as you can see all the evidence points to Ms. Casco being guitly and she should be punished for her crimes.


Your honor and ladies and gentlemen of the jury, as you can see all the evidence points to Ms. Casco being not guitly and she should not be punished for her crimes.

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10th Grade -- District CourtDISTRICT COURT CASE: D - ACASE NAME: STATE OF MINNESOTA VS. CASCOATTORNEY #1: Hans Torgerson, RidgedaleATTORNEY #2:


Madison Casco is guilty of Credit Card Fraud — Grand Theft or the lesser crime of Theft and Receiving Stolen Property. Her knowledge of her teacher’s receipts and pay stubs with no explanation to why or how she go this information leads to much suspicion. Her story of always being suspicious and curious to what her friend Devon was doing is false. She never acted and/or questioned her friend and when she claimed to ask her friend about what was up, she claimed “I don’t remember what the response was”. Several of the products reported as being stolen were things she had herself. She had roughly $1000 in cash at school which is $900 more than what is allowed at school.


Madison Casco is not guilty of Credit Card Fraud — Grand Theft or the lesser crime of Theft and Receiving Stolen Property. Devon Wilshire has been purchasing products for her “friend” and several other people for several months. Devon and Madison have been friends their entire lives so Madison felt no reason to question her friends intentions. Devon was the one who stole the credit card and started to purchase the items.


Madison Casco:1) Why would you spend time in your teacher’s classroom?2) Devon claims that your uncle was the one purchasing the products. Is this true? Teacher Chris Conley:1) Prior to the developments revolving around your credit card, have you ever been suspicious of your student Madison Casco?2) Has she always been a good student?


Madison Casco:1) In your testimony on line 7-9, you said that your friend, Devon, was able to get you anything you wanted for 50% off, you said you were suspicious. How come you never asked her how she was able to do this?2) Is it possible that someone else was buying all these products for you? "I eventually said something offhanded to Madison, who told me that an uncle (Madison called him Uncle Johnny) worked at some big retailer, like Nordstrom’s or something, and that the uncle was getting all this stuff for Madison at half-off." This is a quote from Devon's testimony saying that your uncle was getting you this stuff half-off 3) In line 27-28, you said "We all knew about how Conley keeps every receipt and piece of paper and pay stub and everything." You never said Conley told you himself, so how'd you come up with this information? 4) "I asked Devon what was going on, but I don’t really remember what the response was." How could you not remember something so important like this?


As you all can see, from the information presented, Madison Casco is guilty of Credit Card Fraud — Grand Theft or the lesser crime of Theft and Receiving Stolen Property. Her information and testimony does not add up well to the facts. Thank you.

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As you all can see, Madison Casco is not guilty of Credit Card Fraud — Grand Theft or the lesser crime of Theft and Receiving Stolen Property.

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11th Grade -- District CourtDISTRICT COURT CASE: D - ACASE NAME: State of Minnesota vs. CascoATTORNEY #1: Brian Waddick, DuluthATTORNEY #2: Isaac Wilkowske


Your honor, ladies and gentlemen of the jury, My name is Brian Waddick and this is my co-counsel Isaac Wilkowske, today we are representing the State of Minnesota. We are here today to determine the fate of Madison Casco who is being charged of Grand Theft by means of credit card fraud. Throughout this trial we will bring to light undoubtable evidence proving Madison's committed crime. Now, imagine a friend, one you've known for over a decade, with all the memories you've shared with this companion, one you have unwavering trust in...Now imagine one day that friend accuses you of a crime you didn't commit, in truth your friend did. This is what happened to Devon Wilshire(on April 3). Starting from January to April Madison Casco intentionally obtained items of various prices by use of other people’s credit cards without their consent. Madison not only stole but made a profit by selling all of the stolen items for half-off to students in New Prague High School. One of these students was Devon, Madison’s best friend. During the four months, Madison bought on the Internet and sold 11 electronic items to students. The exchange of items and money occurred in the school’s library after a time and date was set through the exchange of emails by Madison’s anonymous email and the buyer. On April 3 , the date Madison’s operation was suspended. That day a drug search was conducted in school and Madison was found carrying $1000. Four witnesses will be called on behalf of the prosecution. First Devon himself will share the story of what actually happened. Supporting him will be librarian Pat LaPoint sharing with you important details on Madison’s selective access to computer info at the school. Officer Rory Brosnan will share the evidence of Madison’s crime. Lastly, accomplished chemistry teacher Chris Conely will give his thoughts and knowledge being one of Madison’s victims. May the justice system of this fair land deliver retribution.


Your honor, ladies and gentlemen of the jury, my name is Isaac Wilkowske and this is my co-counsel Brian Waddick. We are here today to represent the defendant, Madison Casco in the case State vs. Casco. Your job as the jury is to uphold the law by proving the defendant not guilty. The defendant, Madison Casco, has been charged with 2 counts: Grand theft and/or receiving stolen property. These counts are offensive demoralizing to my client's character. The defendant is known has a hardworking and trustworthy individual. As a responsible person preparing for her future Madison works diligently to make as much money has she can. With that said, it's apparent that Madison has no reason to resort to any criminal activities especially ones concerning money. Madison learned of a way to get any product half-off of its retail price through her friend, Devon Wilshire. The defendant used this system to buy a few things with her hard-earned money. What Madison wasn't aware of was that the items were illegally obtained; Devon stole them using credit card fraud. Devon had access to Chris Conley’s credit card information and was seen snooping around his desk. He was also seen by Jamie Sung, an apartment neighbor, mysteriously collecting packages in the apartment lobby. Devon’s mother, Lola, called the school when she saw Devon coming home with items they couldn’t afford. Rory Brosnan, the school resource officer handled the situation terribly. Rather than questioning Devon, Rory searched Madison’s bag and confiscated a folder with $1,000 in earnings from the Crius restaurant. Rory concluded that the money was stolen and arrested her. Furthermore, when Brosnan found a stolen camera in the library, rather than taking custody of the item, Brosnan left the room to attend to another matter, an example of irresponsible police work. Four witnesses will be called to help prove the defendant’s innocence.


Devon WilshireHow long have you known Madison Casco?What were your initial feelings toward Madison’s system?What do you think Madison’s financial state is? Officer Rory BrosnanHow long have you been trained and experienced in credit card fraud?When were you completely sure Madison had committed credit card fraud and why?

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What did you find in Madison’s bag on April 3 during a drug dog sniff? Librarian Pat LaPointWhat experience do you have concerning technology?As a volunteer of your library what access would one have that others that weren't volunteers would not?On April 3 12:30 pm where were you and what were you doing? Chris ConelyHow do you know Madison and Devon?How would you describe Devon’s character?When did you realize you were a victim of credit card fraud?What action did you take from there? Madison CascoHow long have you been friends with Devon Wilshire?Who introduced you to the email address “[email protected]”?’Why did you have $1000 dollars in a folder on the day of the drug sniffs? River LenoWhat is your relationship to the defendant?When did you start noticing Devon and Madison coming to school with expensive electronics?How did Madison learn about the email address “[email protected]”? (hearsay) K.C. ClineHow long have you worked at the Crius Restaurant?How long has the defendant worked at the Crius Restaurant?How much money does the defendant make per week on average at the Crius Restaurant? Jamie SungHow many years have you lived in the Windsor Arms apartment building?What is your relationship with the defendant?What is your description on the character of Devon Wilshire?


Madison CascoDo you know where Chris Conely keeps his credit card receipts?Were you acting strange on April 3 when you were in the library?Are you familiar with the email [email protected]? River LenoDid you notice Madison coming to school with expensive electronic things?Did Madison introduce you to the email [email protected]?Do you attend New Prague High School? K.C ClineAre you the manager at Crius Restaurant?Does Madison try hard at school?Does Madison have access to customers credit card info? Jamie SungDo you live at the Windsor Arms?Are you home often?Do you order many things online? Rory BrosnanDo you work at New Prague High School and if so what is your role there?When you encountered the stolen camera in the library, did you leave before confiscating it for evidence?

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Was Madison Casco’s bag a false positive in the drug search? Devon WilshireDo you live in the same apartment complex as Madison Casco?Have you ever met Uncle Johnny?DId you pick up two packages in the lobby between January and April 2015? Pat LaPointDid Madison work in your library during third period?Does Madison seem like the type of student to be involved in illegal activities?Have you ever seen Devon in your library acting suspicious? Chris Conley Did Madison Casco, River Leno, Lisa Mer and Devon Wilshire eat lunch in your chemistry room?Do you keep a drawer of receipts in the room?Would you consider Devon Wilshire an overachiever?


Devon Wilshire unknowingly involved/ associated himself with a criminal and now is being wrongly blamed for it. Let me ask you this- does a best friend throw you under the bus/ Does a decent person? The answer is no and Madison Casco is not only an indecent friend, but also a criminal. All or any doubt that Madison didn’t commit the crime should be evaporated due to the underlining fact that the majority of the purchases were made online, during 3rd hour, on a school computer, located in the library, where Madison is volunteering and who has access to ‘extra’ accounts...And Devon is in Calculus. It is neither possible nor reasonable to believe that Devon had any part to this crime. The facts and evidence add up and point to only one possible culprit, Madison Casco. Thank you your honor, ladies and gentlemen of the jury.


In conclusion, the prosecution has presented no concrete evidence that Madison indeed committed these crimes. A simple misunderstanding happened when Madison trusted the wrong person, Devon Wilshire. Devon Wilshire tricked his peers into buying stolen property and selfishly profited off it. Rory Brosnan wrongly arrested Madison with no outstanding evidence that she had placed the stolen camera on the shelf in the Russian Lit section of the library. Devon put the camera on the shelf in attempt to again profit off a stolen item. The witnesses established Madison as a smart and hardworking individual who wouldn't commit a crime, and Devon as a lackluster teen with no ambition. Madison did not sell stolen items, or receive anything she thought was stolen. To uphold justice in this country, please find the defendant not guilty on all charges.

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10th Grade -- District CourtDISTRICT COURT CASE: D - ACASE NAME: Sate of Minnesota vs. CascoATTORNEY #1: Bayley Coronado, AFSAATTORNEY #2: Cody Castonguay


Your Honor and ladies and gentlemen of the jury my name is Bayley and this is my partner Cole, and we are the prosecutors in the case State of Minnesota vs. Casco. We are here today to bring justice to the many people of New Prague, Minnesota who were victims of fraudulent purchases on credit cards. Around the time February 2015, there were multiple reports of credit card fraud all in the same area. Officer Brosnan, The officer in charge of this case, discovered that items purchased were bought from the computers of New Prague High School. After another report of credit card fraud came from a teacher in the school, he was almost certain that the culprit was a student within this school. Officer Brosnan, Pat Lapoint, and Chris Conley, can all place madison Casco at suspected places within the school, including the computer lab where the fraudulent purchases were made and where the blank student I.D.’s are kept, at a section in the library where item exchanges were being made, and in the office of the teacher who was a victim of credit card fraud. Ms. Casco was also discovered, during a routine drug search, to be carrying $1000 in cash with her at school, right when a possible exchange of items in the library was discovered. There are those who testified that Ms. Casco was a ice girl who would never commit this kind of crime, but these testimonies are based all on emotion and are given by people who cannot accept that their dear friend is a criminal. These statements hold no water and the evidence here is strong. It is your duty as the jury to put criminals behind bars so that they cannot commit more crimes, so I ask that you do your jobs and make the right choice.


Your Honor and ladies and gentlemen of the jury, my name is Bayley and this is my partner Cole. We are representing the defendant Madison Casco in the case State of Minnesota vs. Casco. Starting around February 2015 the New Prague police department began to receive numerous cases of fraudulent purchases on credit cards in their area, Officer Rory Brosnan was in charge of the case and began to investigate these crimes. Through the assistance of the many companies that supplied the items purchased and the help of Pat LaPoint, he was able to narrow down the location of the purchases to the computers of New Prague High School. Multiple witnesses came forward testifying against Madison Casco, and through a series of coincidences the Police were able to discover evidence that they believed proved that Madison Casco was responsible for the cases of credit card fraud. But I would like to point out that this is not airtight proof of Ms. Casco’s guilt. River Leno, K.C. Cline, and Jamie Sung, testified that Madison was a hardworking student who earned money on her own and worked hard in everything she did. To recount the evidence given against her in testimonies, much of it is based on speculations and flimsy evidence that could mean different things. Officer Brosnan based his investigation on facts that could be just as easily used to prove Devon Wilshire guilty, And Pat LaPoint never saw Madison completing the purchases or exchanges that she is being accused of. There is simply not enough evidence to place Madison Casco in jail for a crime that could have been committed by someone else. So I ask you members of the jury, to be fair in your judgment today and not send an innocent girl to jail. Thank You.


Madison casco:Can you explain your relationship with Devon Wilshire?Please tell us what you noticed about Devon that was new?Is Devon someone who could afford all of the new items that he was showing up to school with?River Lenox:When you noticed that Madison and Devon were coming to school with new items that were mostly out of their price range, what did Madison tell you when you confronted her?When You asked Devon about the email, did his behavior stick out in anyway?You claimed to see Devon by chris Conley’s desk, is this true?K.C. Cline:

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How well do you know Madison Casco?In all this time that you have known her, has she shown any sign of money troubles or was she financially stable?How would you describe Ms. Casco’s work ethic?


Officer Brosnan:You are employed New prague High School as the school resource officer, correct?Mrs. Wilshire was the first to inform you on her son acquiring new gadgets, is that correct?Did you ever hear anything from Madison Casco’s parents about her getting more gadgets without their knowledge?Is it possible that Ms. Casco did not notice the new gadgets because she had not acquired them yet?Did you ask the providers of these fraudulently purchased items for any information?Devon Wilshire:You have known Madison for 10 years, correct?You claim that it was her that sold you the items through a discounted price given to her by a relative she referred to as “Uncle Johnny”, is that right?Have you ever met this Uncle Johnny?The email that was used to but the items was [email protected], correct?Is there any proof in the emails sent or the address that it was Madison who was sending them or even behind them?Pat Lapoint:You told Officer Brosnan that Madison worked in the library on occasion and would have access to all of the blank log in information, and the computers , right?Did you ever see madison Making any purchases on these computers or looking through the student log in list?Is their anyway to prove that it was most definitely Madison who had logged into those computers to make the purchases?You told Officer Brosnan that Madison is often on the computers at school during the times off the purchases, Correct?Is it possible that she was doing something else on the computer besides fraudulently purchasing items?


Your Honor and ladies and gentlemen of the jury, today we debated over the guilt of a student of New Prague High School who is being accused of credit card fraud. I believe that I have proven beyond a reasonable doubt that Madison Casco is guilty of this crime; the evidence that surrounds her is all pointing towards her guilt. Multiple people have placed at her in areas where she would have access to the materials needed to commit the crimes in the school; she had access to the school computers and the student logins that would keep her identity a mystery. She also had the opportunity to gather the information needed to purchase items in Chris Conley’s name. Lastly, she was seen multiple times in the area of the library that the transactions of money and items were being made. There is no doubt that madison Casco committed these crimes, so I ask you members of the jury, to make the right choice and choose who will go to jail.


Your Honor and ladies and gentlemen of the jury, I believe that I have proven beyond reasonable doubt that there is not enough evidence behind the accusation against my client. The statements given by the witnesses are based on assumptions that could also point to Devon Wilshire being the culprit, but due to a coincidence in a drug search my client is now suspected. I ask you ladies and gentlemen of the jury, whether you can say without any doubt that Madison Casco is guilty. She is simply a victim of a deal made to her by a friend that happened to put her in the place of the person responsible. It is your duty to prevent innocent people from going to jail, so I ask that you fulfill that duty today and make the right decision.

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10th Grade -- District CourtDISTRICT COURT CASE: D - ACASE NAME: State of MN vs CascoATTORNEY #1: Zoe Adams, Red WingATTORNEY #2: Anna Karas, Duluth


Good morning/afternoon, your honor and ladies and gentlemen of the jury. I, Zoe Adams, and my co counsel, Anna Karas, are here to explain to you why the defendant, Madison Casco, is guilty of grand theft by the means of credit card fraud. Madison had an easy way to obtain all information that he needed to use the credit cards of others and use the anonymous school computer accounts to purchase the thousands of dollars of electronics. As a volunteer for Librarian LaPoint, Madison had access to all the usernames and passwords created by New Prague High, even those that hadn’t yet been assigned to anybody. He thought his actions were untraceable because of his use of unassigned accounts on school computers. On the contrary, with Madison’s elaborate drop off system, the correlations in the times the purchases, the evidence found in his apartment, and the [large sums of cash from buying and selling the objects on his person] prove his culpability. When Officer Brosnan did a search of Madison’s apartment, he found very new technology with serial numbers matching those of the ones bought with a stolen credit card. When talking to his long time best friend Devon, Madison was very short and secretive (an unusual thing, as the boys have always been very open with each other). Devon became very suspicious because of how Madison was acting, and how complicated the drop-off system was. Through the facts in the witness statements, as well as how those close to him believed this was not like him, we believe that the jury must find Madison guilty on charge of grand theft by credit card fraud.


Good morning/afternoon, your honor and ladies and gentlemen of the jury. We are here to explain to you why you should rule the defendant as innocent. There are many flaws in the Prosecution witness statements and in their stories. Mr. Chris Conley, the chemistry teacher, says that he was a victim of credit card fraud, because a receipt had been stolen off his desk. Receipts are made of such light paper that it could have just blown off his desk when someone walked by! If someone had stolen the receipt, what information could they really have gotten off of it? Rarely do receipts have your name on them, let alone any actual credit card information (when they do, it’s only the last four digits) as they’re encrypted. When Officer Brosnan talked to Librarian LaPoint, she said that all purchases had been made from student accounts that hadn’t been assigned yet and all were from library computers. Also, when Officer Brosnan searched Madison’s apartment, he found things that were on the list of things bought with a stolen credit card, but found no evidence that Madison was behind it. There was no credit card, or email information to be found. [Officer Brosnan and the Principal of the school became slightly alarmed and suspicious when they found over $1000 in Madison’s backpack, but a couple sources stated that it wasn’t unusual for Madison to carry around large sums of cash.] Officer Brosnan became very suspicious of Madison when he realized that Madison lived in the building where the items were being sent to, but overlooked the fact that Devon Wilshire lives in that building as well. Devon’s mother also became suspicious when he began getting frivolous electronics and wasn’t telling her how he was getting them. He was also very secretive towards anybody else who asked about him getting it at a discount. The owner of the apartments that Devon and Madison live in stated that she had never seen Madison picking up any boxes, but had caught Devon picking up a few and looking suspicious when he was. Many sources, including teachers and bosses, talk about what a trustworthy, kind, and hardworking person Madison is. Based on these statements, we believe that after hearing this case, there will be no doubt of Madison’s innocence.


Prosecution Direct:Officer Rory Brosnan: How many years have you served as a police officer in New Prague? What job have you taken on at New Prague High School? For how many years have you filled this position? Devon Wilshire: For how many years have you been friends with Madison Casco?

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What was your impression when Madison started coming to school with high-end electronics? How did you feel about the drop-off system? Librarian Pat LaPoint: What is your position at New Prague High School? How long have you worked at the high school? How knowledgeable are you in regards to current computer technology? Defense Direct: Madison Casco: Who did you see snooping in Mr. Conley’s desk? Who sent you the confirmation email that the Mammon C350 that you had ordered was in? What was your answer when Officer Brosnan asked if you had an Uncle Johnny? River Lenox: What source of income does Madison have? What was your response to Madison’s bringing new electronics to school? Who did you ask about purchasing a CD player? K.C. Cline: In watching Madison grow up, what have you observed? What is the expectation of Casco children in regards to money? As the manager of Crius Restaurant, what do you look for in a worker? Jamie Sung: How many times have you witnessed Madison picking up a box in the apartment complex’s lobby?How many times have you witnessed Devon picking up a box?What was Devon's demenor when picking up one of his boxes?


Prosecution Cross:Cross Examination (of defense witnesses): Madison Casco: What is your address? Did Devon look guilty when snooping in Mr. Conley’s desk?Were you interested in the matter?

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River Lenox: Who told you how to get items for 50% off? Did Madison include the information about the email address system? Why did you think that the email telling you where to drop off the money was sent by Devon? K.C. Cline: Does Madison have access to customer’s credit card information? Jamie Sung: At what time each day do you arrive back at the Windsor Arms each day after work? How often do you pick up boxes from the lobby? Defense Cross: Officer Rory Brosnan: In your courses on credit card fraud, did you find that committing credit card fraud is difficult? Devon Wilshire: Do you live in the same apartment complex as Madison Casco? Did Madison Casco send you the order confirmation emails? Are you positive that it was Madison? Librarian Pat LaPoint: Are you selective in choosing volunteers to help you in the library? What do you look for in a volunteer? Did Madison Casco volunteer for you in the library?


You see, your honor and ladies and gentlemen of the jury. Madison Casco, is guilty of grand theft by the means of credit card fraud. it has been proved that Madison had an easy way to obtain all information that he needed to use the credit cards of others and use the anonymous school computer accounts to purchase the thousands of dollars of electronics. With Madison’s elaborate and secretive drop off system, the correlations in the times the fraudulent purchases were made, the electronics found in Madison’s apartment, [and the large sums of cash from buying and selling the objects] come together to prove the culpability of Madison Casco. When talking to his long time best friend Devon, Madison was very short and secretive, something out of character for him. When Officer Brosnan did a search of Madison’s apartment, he found very new technology with serial numbers matching those of the ones bought with a stolen credit card. This evidence should give the jury more than enough information to convict Madison of grand theft using a credit card.


Your honor and ladies/gentlemen of the jury, after this case, I hope you can see how clearly innocent Madison is. There is not nearly enough evidence to link Madison to the credit card fraud. Madison holds a very positive reputation amongst those who know him; as stated by our witnesses, he is a very honest and hardworking young man. He set time aside every day to volunteer for Librarian LaPoint. He was an exemplary employee for K.C. Cline and frequently waited on returning customers that requested him as a server.

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Furthermore, despite Madison’s access to the credit card information of the diners, not one complaint was received indicating that credit cards were stolen. Through his job at the restaurant, Madison had a substantial income, therefore minimizing the oddity of his purchasing new electronics.Not once has any one of our witnesses ever had trouble with him, and before this, Madison hadn’t had a single run-in with the law. There is no reason to alter such a record. At the most, Madison was in the wrong place at the wrong time, just as the drug dogs indicated a false positive; they alerted to his bag, and yet no drugs were found. Because of his dedication to Librarian LaPoint as a volunteer in the library, Madison is the easiest person to frame for the crime. However, his outstanding work ethic and reputation contrast such a heinous crime.If the merits of Madison Casco that have been stated have not yet persuaded you of his innocence, let the evidence remind you of the lack of proof beyond a reasonable doubt. None of the emails sent in regards to monetary and product exchanges can be proven to be sent by Madison. Only weak and biased assumptions can be made claiming that Madison was the author of such communications. Comparatively, the student using the anonymous student account to purchase the electronics cannot be identified due to the nature of these “extra” accounts. And finally, no one has attested to physically seeing Madison place either money or electronic devices in the library, nor has anyone seen him picking up such devices in the common area of his apartment complex.Credit card fraud is against the character of Madison, and there is no proof beyond a reasonable doubt that he is guilty of it. Madison Casco is innocent of any form of credit card fraud. Ladies and gentlemen of the jury, remember the requirements needed to convict the defendant, and do not find Madison Casco guilty of grand theft via credit card fraud.

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10th Grade -- District CourtDISTRICT COURT CASE: D - ACASE NAME:ATTORNEY #1: Drew Pearson, Red WingATTORNEY #2:


ladies and gentlemen of the jury the fourth ammendment states that it is illegal to search anyone without probable cause but it also states that public schools have the right to act as representatives of the state and have the right to search randomly or upon the suspicion of a student. The defendant was randomly searched and was found violating a school rule therefore the preceeding events were all done in a fasion that was both respectable and just of the defendent.


Ladies and gentlemen of the jury according to the fourth ammendment the schools do have the right to search students randomly but the defendent here was never found with drugs or alcohol but rather $1000 cash that she had in her backpack. She did nothing but carry cash in bag and was later arrested for it


Officer Rory:1. You said you worked numerous amount of cases and have stated that you took multiple courses in the crime of credit card fraud so is it safe to say that you could be considered an expert?2. What was the shipping address that you got from the retailer?3. Was that person tied to the defendant?4. How so?5. Do you think the defendant is able to come up with $1000?Devon1 Why did you think madison would go to these lengths of secracy?2 How much cash total did you give her?4 How much was the price of the camera5 how much was the mp3 player?Librarian1 Since you said you went to college and have a degree in technology is it safe to say you are an expert?2 Do you think madison could afford the camera?3 Did madison have access to all the user account info?4 Even staff?5 Could she have possibly used it to order things and or email people?


Madison1. Devons testimony was quite similar to yours...2 How much money did you give devon in total?3. How many things did you get?4. What were the retail price for those items?5. how did you think he was getting those items?River

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1 How did you assume devon got the cash?2 you stated devon was in the library?3was any one else?4 what were the retail prices of the items?5 what time did you drop off the cash?kc1. How many years has madison worked for you?2. how many complaints do you recieve about madison?3. Does she do a good job at work?4. how often does she work.?5. how long have you known madison?


ladies an gentlemen of the jury madison is clearly guilty on all accounts due to the fact that she was seen in the library at the time of the drop and has a job where she has access to credit cards though i have no doubt in my mind she is hard working the is no reason to believe she wouldnt steal.


Ladies and gentlemen of the jury madison should be aquitted of all charges due to the fact that we have 2 testimonies sayng that madison is a hard working kind individual and makes on average 240 a week there would be no reason to steal with that pay chek whats so ever.

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10th Grade -- District CourtDISTRICT COURT CASE: D - ACASE NAME: State of Minnesota vs. CascoATTORNEY #1: Faith Gronda, Mounds ViewATTORNEY #2: Echo Fatsis, Mounds View


Your Honor, Ladies and Gentlemen of the jury, our names are Echo Fatsis and Faith Gronda and we are here representing the state in the case of State vs. Casco (to be continued...)


Your Honor, Ladies and Gentlemen of the jury, our names are Echo Fatsis and Faith Gronda and we are here defending our client Madison Casco in the case of State vs. Casco (to be continued..)


Chris Conley1.) What is your job at New Prauge Highschool?2.) How do you know Madison Casco?3.) Can you explain your experinece with credit card fraud?4.) .......


River Leno1.) Are you friends with both Madison Casco and Devon Wilshire?2.) Did you recieve any half-price products?3.) Did you eat lunch in Chris Conely's room?4.) .......


Your Honor, Ladies and Gentlemen of the Jury, as you can see from the evidence presented in this case, Madison Casco is guily of credit card fraud and recieving stolen property.....


Your Honor, Ladies and Gentlemen of the Jury, as you can see from the evidence presented in this case, Madiscon Casco is not guilty of creditcard fraud or recieving stolen property...

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10th Grade -- District CourtDISTRICT COURT CASE: D - ACASE NAME: State of Minnesota vs. CascoATTORNEY #1: Chloe Wagener, RidgedaleATTORNEY #2: Kallie Klopfenstein, Ridgedale


Your honor, my name is (name), the prosecutor representing the State of Minnesota in this action. In the duration of this case, my partner (name) and I will prove that Madison Casco is guilty of credit card fraud. The evidence will indicate that Madison had access to the library where the computer that was traced back to have purchased the fraudulent items, and was involved in suspicious activity in the Russian History section. The facts will also show that Madison had access to the teacher Chris Conley’s room during lunch in which she could have easily had access to his credit card information through receipts. Additionally, Madison was carrying ten times the allowed amount of money in her backpack during school ($1000), a very suspicious amount considering it was hidden in a math folder. To sum, it will become evident that Madison is guilty of these charges. Thank you.


Your honor my name is (name), counsel for Madison Casco in this action. In the duration of this case it will become evident that Madison is not guilty of credit card fraud, merely receiving the objects of fraudulent purchase. The facts will show that each friend had equal access to both the computers involved, and the filing cabinet in which the credit card information was stolen. It will be revealed through teachers, employers, and friends, that Madison is well liked, contrary to what her friend Devon was known for. Madison works hard and makes her own money, it will become evident that she has no reason to participate in credit card theft. Many witnesses close to all of the friends will be called to the stands to testify that Madison was not the one in charge, she was under the false impression that Devon had found a way to save money and their mutual friend, River, will be called to testify that this is the case. Prosecution will try to prove the opposite, however my partner (name), and I ask that you see the truth. Thank you.


Prosecution WitnessesOfficer Rory Brosnan-How much experience do you have in the Police force?When did you first hear about the credit fraud problem?When did first suspect it could be a student committing the fraud?How easy would you say credit card fraud is to commit?Easy enough for a high schooler to figure out?Which Students were immediately suspect?How did you trace the transactions to the school library?Was this all under the same IP address?Where were all the fraudulently purchased items shipped to?Have any other school personnel been involved in the fraud?Do any of these students spend a lot of time in the library?What information would she have access to?Was any suspicious behavior reported to have taken place in the library? What was found? Where had this camera been shipped to?Where does Madison live? The same address to which the packages were shipped to?At what point were you sure Madison had committed the crime? Did anyone else testify to this?When doing the drug dog search did you find anything suspicious related to this fraud case?When Searching Madisons house did you find anything suspicious?Did those serial numbers relate to the ones that were stolen? Devon Wilshire Do you live near Madison?Does that mean you know her well?What suspicious behavior did you notice in January?

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Does Madison’s family have a lot of money?What was her excuse for the new cool stuff?Did she offer you the same deals?Did you ever use the deal with “Uncle Johnny?”What happened when your mom noticed the MP3 player?Did Madison ever say anything about an email she was using?Where did she say you could pick up your digital camera?Did Madison ever say why the whole process was so secretive?At what point did you suspect criminal activity? Did you become more suspicious once you found out more people were using “Uncle Johnny”?Did you run into Officer Rory Brosnan?What did you tell him?Are you aware that your chemistry teacher was a victim of the credit card fraud of Madison?Did you notice any suspicious behavior during lunch? Perhaps Madison snooping around the classroom? What time was this at? Librarian Pat LaPointHow long have you been working New Prague High school?Do you fill any other positions in the school?What types of activities can the administration monitor in the computers?What accounts are available to students without email addresses? Can they be traced back to individuals?Did Officer Brosnan ever ask for the records?What time were the purchases made?Did Madison offer to volunteer in the library?From what times did she volunteer?What information does Madison have access to as a volunteer? Did you trust her with this information?What sorts of activities do volunteers do during this period?Did Madison have access to the computers during volunteering?Did you ever see anything suspicious in the Russian Language Section?Was anything found in this section? Teacher Chris ConleyHow long have you worked at New Prague High?When did you realize you had been a victim of credit card fraud?What objects were brought under the fraud?Do you keep track of all of your purchases?Where do you keep your receipts?Had any of the receipts gone missing?Do you keep the cabinet unlocked during the day?Are you never not in your room during the day?Does anyone spend time in your room during lunch? Defense Witnesses:Madison CascoWhat building do you live in?Does Devon live there too?Do you have a job?Does this mean you make your own money?Does Devon have money?Who informed you about getting items for 50 percent off the price?Does the whole school have access to the use of computers?Does this mean Devon would have access as well?At what point did you suspect Devon was a part of illegal activity? River LenoHow well do you know Madison and Devon?How would you describe Madison?How would you describe Devon?You are close with both Madison and Devon, correct?Why would it make more sense for Madison to be seen with new expensive items than Devon?Did you partake in the suspicious activity?Where do you eat lunch and with whom?Did you ever see anyone by Chris Conleys desk?Why was it so surprising that Madison was the one arrested?

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K.C. ClineWhere do you work?How would you describe Madison?How well do you know Madison?Is there any reason why Madison would need to involved in credit card fraud?Has there been any incidents reported of stolen credit cards?Is Madison well liked in her work?Would there be any reason to believe that Madison would ever partake in this activity?Has Madison ever kept money left behind or has she returned it? Jamie SungWhere do you live?How would you describe Madison?How would you describe Devon?Have you ever seen Devon picking up packages suspiciously?


Defense Witnesses:Madison CascoWhere do you live?Is it true that you eat lunch in Conley’s room each day?Is it true that Conley was a victim of credit card debt?If the deals with Devon seemed suspicious why did you continue purchasing through him when you had a job and money?Was it true that you were caught with over $1000 in your backpack?Are you aware that you are not allowed by school policy, to carry more than $100?Why go to extensive measures to hide the money in your math folder if you didn’t think it was suspicious to carry that much money?River LenoHow well do you know Devon and Madison?You participated in the suspicious activity by purchasing a CD-player, correct?There is no evidence that Devon was writing the emails, correct?Do you believe Madison could pay for everything she wanted?What day was Madison missing from lunch? Did you find this odd? K.C. ClineWhere do you work?How well do you know Madison?Does Madison work hard in school?Were any of the Casco children given a “free ride”?Could this be reason to take a short-cut in illegal activity?Being a server would mean that Madison has access to credit card information in the restaurant, correct?What percentage of customers pay with credit cards? Jamie SungWhere do you live? For how long?How many hours a day do you work?Is it true that you know Madison and Devon well?Is it true that anyone could have access to the deliveries that do not contain apartment numbers?Working 10 hours a day, could it be possible that you miss someone (Madison) picking up undefined deliveries when you are not there? Prosecution Witnesses: Officer Rory BrosnanDo you specialize in credit card fraud?What IP address was tracked down?Under what username?Given all these purchases under that login, does it not make sense to question LaPoint?Could it be determined that you came to a conclusion too fast as to who is guilty?With technology, isn’t it true that it is difficult to pin down exactly who committed the fraud?When running into Devon, why did you never question him?

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Devon WilshireYou do not have a job, is this correct?You know Madison quite well, correct?Isn’t it true that those who do not have jobs do not make an abundance of money?How much money do you get for the holidays?Given that you have no job, and get a limited amount of money for the holidays, even with the half price off electronics, how is it possible that you are paying for all the expensive products?Given your close relationship with Madison, why would “Uncle Johnny” never have come up?Librarian Pat LaPointHow would you describe Madison?Is it not true that every student has access to the library computers?Which students typically use the “extra” accounts?Isn’t it possible someone could log in on another student's “users”?Isn’t it true that you have access to confidential information, including the list of the entire student body’s logins and passwords?Do all of your volunteers have access to this information?Could it be possible that you saw Madison purchasing the camera instead of selling it?Teacher Chris ConleyIs it true that you have been teaching at New Prague for 10 years?Is it true that you enjoyed Madison as a student?Is it true with 2 toddlers things can get misplaced easily?Is it possible that one of Madison's friends could have gone through your cabinet?Given that the cabinet containing this information is open during lunch hour, why allow students to eat in your classroom when you are not present?Is it true that you described Devon as a class clown and an underachiever?Is it true that all these kids would have equal access to the cabinet during this hour?


Based on this testimony, there can be no doubt that Madison is guilty of credit card fraud. Credit card fraud affects millions each year, and can be extremely hard to catch, BUT this is not the case here! It is apparent on many levels that Madison had access to each aspect involved in the case. From the computers in the library, the suspicious back shelves of the Russian Language Section no student ever sets foot in, the teacher’s classroom during lunch. From the looks of her personality Madison would be one of the last students you would expect to be involved, with her hard working persistent personality, and the many jobs she works. This makes for a perfect alibi and an easy blame on her good friend Devon. On the contrary, this would make it quite easy for Madison to commit this fraud with all the many resources she had access to. Your honor, the evidence has clearly shown that Madison is guilty of credit card fraud.


Your honor and the jury, it is clearly evident that Madison Casco was not the mastermind behind this credit card fraud. All of the witnesses have proven that Casco was a good character, well liked, and worked hard for her money. Due to her many jobs, and lack of time there was no possibilities in which she could have schemed this plan. Although she volunteered in the library, each student in the school had equal access to these computers. Additionally, River Leno has proven that Devon had started the suspicious activity although neither of them had questioned it. Through the teacher, Conley’s testimony it has become evident that all kids eating in his room at this time would have had equal access to the receipts, including Devon. It has also become evident that the Police had come to a conclusion as to whom to arrest quite abruptly, without questioning the multitude of other students with the same access she did. Your honor and the jury, we hope that you seek the truth and don’t find an innocent eighteen year old girl guilty of these charges. Thank you.

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10th Grade -- District CourtDISTRICT COURT CASE: D - ACASE NAME: State of Minnesota Vs. CascoATTORNEY #1: Kallie Klopfenstein, RidgedaleATTORNEY #2: Chloe Wagener, Ridgedale


Your honor, my name is (name), the prosecutor representing the State of Minnesota in this action. In the duration of this case, my partner (name) and I will prove that Madison Casco is guilty of credit card fraud. The evidence will indicate that Madison had access to the library where the computer that was traced back to have purchased the fraudulent items, and was involved in suspicious activity in the Russian History section. The facts will also show that Madison had access to the teacher Chris Conley’s room during lunch in which she could have easily had access to his credit card information through receipts. Additionally, Madison was carrying ten times the allowed amount of money in her backpack during school ($1000), a very suspicious amount considering it was hidden in a math folder. To sum, it will become evident that Madison is guilty of these charges.


Opening Statement:Your honor my name is (name), counsel for Madison Casco in this action. In the duration of this case it will become evident that Madison is not guilty of credit card fraud, merely receiving the objects of fraudulent purchase. The facts will show that each friend had equal access to both the computers involved, and the filing cabinet in which the credit card information was stolen. It will be revealed through teachers, employers, and friends, that Madison is well liked, contrary to what her friend Devon was known for. Madison works hard and makes her own money, it will become evident that she has no reason to participate in credit card theft. Many witnesses close to all of the friends will be called to the stands to testify that Madison was not the one in charge, she was under the false impression that Devon had found a way to save money and their mutual friend, River, will be called to testify that this is the case. Prosecution will try to prove the opposite, however my partner (name), and I ask that you see the truth. Thank you.


Officer Rory Brosnan-How much experience do you have in the Police force?When did you first hear about the credit fraud problem?When did first suspect it could be a student committing the fraud?How easy would you say credit card fraud is to commit?Easy enough for a high schooler to figure out?Which Students were immediately suspect?How did you trace the transactions to the school library?Was this all under the same IP address?Where were all the fraudulently purchased items shipped to?Have any other school personnel been involved in the fraud?Do any of these students spend a lot of time in the library?What information would she have access to?Was any suspicious behavior reported to have taken place in the library? What was found? Where had this camera been shipped to?Where does Madison live? The same address to which the packages were shipped to?At what point were you sure Madison had committed the crime? Did anyone else testify to this?When doing the drug dog search did you find anything suspicious related to this fraud case?When Searching Madisons house did you find anything suspicious?Did those serial numbers relate to the ones that were stolen?Devon WilshireDo you live near Madison?

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Does that mean you know her well?What suspicious behavior did you notice in January?Does Madison’s family have a lot of money?What was her excuse for the new cool stuff?Did she offer you the same deals?Did you ever use the deal with “Uncle Johnny?”What happened when your mom noticed the MP3 player?Did Madison ever say anything about an email she was using?Where did she say you could pick up your digital camera?Did Madison ever say why the whole process was so secretive?At what point did you suspect criminal activity? Did you become more suspicious once you found out more people were using “Uncle Johnny”?Did you run into Officer Rory Brosnan?What did you tell him?Are you aware that your chemistry teacher was a victim of the credit card fraud of Madison?Did you notice any suspicious behavior during lunch? Perhaps Madison snooping around the classroom? What time was this at?Librarian Pat LaPointHow long have you been working New Prague High school?Do you fill any other positions in the school?What types of activities can the administration monitor in the computers?What accounts are available to students without email addresses? Can they be traced back to individuals?Did Officer Brosnan ever ask for the records?What time were the purchases made?Did Madison offer to volunteer in the library?From what times did she volunteer?What information does Madison have access to as a volunteer? Did you trust her with this information?What sorts of activities do volunteers do during this period?Did Madison have access to the computers during volunteering?Did you ever see anything suspicious in the Russian Language Section?Was anything found in this section?Teacher Chris ConleyHow long have you worked at New Prague High?When did you realize you had been a victim of credit card fraud?What objects were brought under the fraud?Do you keep track of all of your purchases?Where do you keep your receipts?Had any of the receipts gone missing?Do you keep the cabinet unlocked during the day?Are you never not in your room during the day?Does anyone spend time in your room during lunch?DefenseDefense Witnesses:Madison CascoWhat building do you live in?Does Devon live there too?Do you have a job?Does this mean you make your own money?Does Devon have money?Who informed you about getting items for 50 percent off the price?Does the whole school have access to the use of computers?Does this mean Devon would have access as well?At what point did you suspect Devon was a part of illegal activity?River LenoHow well do you know Madison and Devon?How would you describe Madison?How would you describe Devon?You are close with both Madison and Devon, correct?Why would it make more sense for Madison to be seen with new expensive items than Devon?

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Did you partake in the suspicious activity?Where do you eat lunch and with whom?Did you ever see anyone by Chris Conleys desk?Why was it so surprising that Madison was the one arrested?K.C. ClineWhere do you work?How would you describe Madison?How well do you know Madison?Is there any reason why Madison would need to involved in credit card fraud?Has there been any incidents reported of stolen credit cards?Is Madison well liked in her work?Would there be any reason to believe that Madison would ever partake in this activity?Has Madison ever kept money left behind or has she returned it?Jamie SungWhere do you live?How would you describe Madison?How would you describe Devon?Have you ever seen Devon picking up packages suspiciously?


Madison CascoWhere do you live?Is it true that you eat lunch in Conley’s room each day?Is it true that Conley was a victim of credit card debt?If the deals with Devon seemed suspicious why did you continue purchasing through him when you had a job and money?Was it true that you were caught with over $1000 in your backpack?Are you aware that you are not allowed by school policy, to carry more than $100?Why go to extensive measures to hide the money in your math folder if you didn’t think it was suspicious to carry that much money? River LenoHow well do you know Devon and Madison?You participated in the suspicious activity by purchasing a CD-player, correct?There is no evidence that Devon was writing the emails, correct?Do you believe Madison could pay for everything she wanted?What day was Madison missing from lunch? Did you find this odd?K.C. ClineWhere do you work?How well do you know Madison?Does Madison work hard in school?Were any of the Casco children given a “free ride”?Could this be reason to take a short-cut in illegal activity?Being a server would mean that Madison has access to credit card information in the restaurant, correct?What percentage of customers pay with credit cards?Jamie SungWhere do you live? For how long?How many hours a day do you work?Is it true that you know Madison and Devon well?Is it true that anyone could have access to the deliveries that do not contain apartment numbers?Working 10 hours a day, could it be possible that you miss someone (Madison) picking up undefined deliveries when you are not there?Prosecution Witnesses: Officer Rory BrosnanDo you specialize in credit card fraud?What IP address was tracked down?Under what username?Given all these purchases under that login, does it not make sense to question LaPoint?Could it be determined that you came to a conclusion too fast as to who is guilty?

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With technology, isn’t it true that it is difficult to pin down exactly who committed the fraud?When running into Devon, why did you never question him?Devon WilshireYou do not have a job, is this correct?You know Madison quite well, correct?Isn’t it true that those who do not have jobs do not make an abundance of money?How much money do you get for the holidays?Given that you have no job, and get a limited amount of money for the holidays, even with the half price off electronics, how is it possible that you are paying for all the expensive products?Given your close relationship with Madison, why would “Uncle Johnny” never have come up?Librarian Pat LaPointHow would you describe Madison?Is it not true that every student has access to the library computers?Which students typically use the “extra” accounts?Isn’t it possible someone could log in on another student's “users”?Isn’t it true that you have access to confidential information, including the list of the entire student body’s logins and passwords?Do all of your volunteers have access to this information?Could it be possible that you saw Madison purchasing the camera instead of selling it?Teacher Chris ConleyIs it true that you have been teaching at New Prague for 10 years?Is it true that you enjoyed Madison as a student?Is it true with 2 toddlers things can get misplaced easily?Is it possible that one of Madison's friends could have gone through your cabinet?Given that the cabinet containing this information is open during lunch hour, why allow students to eat in your classroom when you are not present?Is it true that you described Devon as a class clown and an underachiever?Is it true that all these kids would have equal access to the cabinet during this hour?


Based on this testimony, there can be no doubt that Madison is guilty of credit card fraud. Credit card fraud affects millions each year, and can be extremely hard to catch, BUT this is not the case here! It is apparent on many levels that Madison had access to each aspect involved in the case. From the computers in the library, the suspicious back shelves of the Russian Language Section no student ever sets foot in, the teacher’s classroom during lunch. From the looks of her personality Madison would be one of the last students you would expect to be involved, with her hard working persistent personality, and the many jobs she works. This makes for a perfect alibi and an easy blame on her good friend Devon. On the contrary, this would make it quite easy for Madison to commit this fraud with all the many resources she had access to. Your honor, the evidence has clearly shown that Madison is guilty of credit card fraud.


Closing Statement: Your honor and the jury, it is clearly evident that Madison Casco was not the mastermind behind this credit card fraud. All of the witnesses have proven that Casco was a good character, well liked, and worked hard for her money. Due to her many jobs, and lack of time there was no possibilities in which she could have schemed this plan. Although she volunteered in the library, each student in the school had equal access to these computers. Additionally, River Leno has proven that Devon had started the suspicious activity although neither of them had questioned it. Through the teacher, Conley’s testimony it has become evident that all kids eating in his room at this time would have had equal access to the receipts, including Devon. It has also become evident that the Police had come to a conclusion as to whom to arrest quite abruptly, without questioning the multitude of other students with the same access she did. Your honor and the jury, we hope that you seek the truth and don’t find an innocent eighteen year old girl guilty of these charges. Thank you.

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10th Grade -- District CourtDISTRICT COURT CASE: D - ACASE NAME: State of Minnesota vs. CascoATTORNEY #1: Echo Fatsis, Mounds ViewATTORNEY #2: Faith Gronda, Mounds View


Your Honor, Ladies and Gentlemen of the jury, our names are Echo Fatsis and Faith Gronda and we are here representing the state in the case of State vs. Casco. (To be continued...)


Your Honor, Ladies and Gentlemen of the jury, our names are Echo Fatsis and Faith Gronda and we are here defending our client Madison Casco in the case of State vs. Casco.


Chris ConleyWhat is your job at New Prague High School?How do you know Madison Casco?Can you explain your experience with credit card fraud?.......


River LenoAre you friends with both Madison Casco and Devon Wilshire?Did you receive any half-price products?Did you eat lunch in Chris Conley's room?.......


Your Honor, Ladies and Gentlemen of the Jury, as you can see from the evidence presented in this case, Madison Casco is guilty of credit card fraud and receiving stolen property...


Your Honor, Ladies and Gentlemen of the Jury, as you can see from the evidence presented in this case, Madison Casco is not guilty of credit card fraud or receiving stolen property...

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10th Grade -- District CourtDISTRICT COURT CASE: D - ACASE NAME: STATE OF MINNESOTA VS. CASCOATTORNEY #1: Prince Montcho, Red WingATTORNEY #2: Drew Pearson


here today we have a the case of Madison casco. Madison is accused of fraud, through thourough investigation, The police is accusind Madiison Casco for credit card fraud.


here today we have a the case of Madison casco. Madison is accused of fraud, through thourough investigation, The police has arrested my client madison casco for credit card fraud.


WITNESSES 1: Principal Heimprincipal Heim did you or did you or did you not see the 1000 dollars in ms Madison's backpack?WITNESSES 2: Pat LaPointwas it true mr pat Lapoint that the serial number on the digital camera matched one of the serial numbers provided by the retailers on the computer that ms Madison used?WITNESSES 3:Tobey Wesleymr toby wesley is it not true that you saw the 1000 $ that came from ms Madison's backpack?


WITNESSES 1: Mrs. Lola WilshireMrs Wilshire what items exactly did your son bring back home?WITNESSES 2: Devon WilshireMr Devon does your mom give you any allowence? And if so how much?WITNESSES 3: Mr. Conley What is the item that was purchaced off your credit card.


Officer Brosnan, Mr pat Lapoint, Mr conley, Devon Wilshire, Mrs. Lola Wilshire, Tobey Wesley, my colleagues, ladies and gentlemen of the jury; based on the evidence, based on what you've heard, the answer is clear, Ms Madison Casco did it. she stole the information of other peoples credit cards and used them to buy merchandise and sell it to her fellow students.ladies and gentlemen of the jury, I rest my case.


Officer Brosnan, Mr pat Lapoint, Mr conley, Devon Wilshire, Mrs. Lola Wilshire, Tobey Wesley, my colleagues, ladies and gentlemen of the jury; based on the evidence, based on what you've heard, the answer is clear, Ms Madion is innocent. She clearly has been framed totake the blame for this. It makes no sense, where and how chould she have learned to do this at such a young age?ladies and gentlemen of the jury, i rest my case

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10th Grade -- District CourtDISTRICT COURT CASE: D - ACASE NAME: State of Minnesota vs. CascoATTORNEY #1: Spencer Brady, FridleyATTORNEY #2: Carson Brady, Fridley


Hello your honor and jury. My name is Carson Brady and my partner Spencer Brady. We are here to prove Miss Casco guilty. She is guilty on two counts, Credit card fraud and recieving stolen property. The crime took place in the New Prague High school Library. We believe she is guilty because she had access to all the students log ins and passwords. She volunteered in the library during the times the fraudulent items were purchased.



Officer Rory Brosnan. 1) How long have you been a police officer in new Prague and for New Prague High school? 2) What times were the fraudulent purchases made? 3) How much money did you find in Madison's purse? 4) And how much is allowed at school?Devon Wilshire. 1) How long have you and Madison been friends? 2) How was Madison getting the items? 3) What items had you asked her for? 4) Where did she ask you to do your drop offs? 5) How did you two stay in contact?Librarian Pat LaPoint. 1) How long have you worked at New Prague for? 2) What are users? 3) where were the computers being used? 4) What times did Madison volunteer? 5) What would Madison do during all the times you didn't have any work for them? 6) Where was the box that you found? 7) What did you find on the shelf? Teacher Chris Conley. 1) How long have you been a teacher at New Prague? 2) What item was purchased fraduently on your credit card? 3) Where do you keep your recipts? 4) Who eats lunch in your room? 5) When do you keep your drawer unlocked?


Madison Casco: 1) So devon told you that he could get anything that you wanted for half off? 2) And we're you suspicious at all? 3) Do you eat lunch in the chemistry room? 4) Did you know that Conely kept all of his receipts in his drawer? 5) You said that you thought it was suspicious but you continued to get things from him is that correct? 6) You put the money down on the shelf but didn't look for the camera? 7) you had a lot of money in your bag correct? 8) Did they think that you were the one stealing the credit card information? 9) do you have an uncle Johnny?River Leno: 1) Do you live in New Prague Minnesot? 2) Is it true that Devon doesn't have a lot of money? 3) Do you work at Ray's Department Store? 4) You said that you saw both Madison and Devon were coming to school with new and expensive items? 5) When Madison explained it to you did she mention anything about Devon? 6) Earlier in your witness statement you said that Madison was the first one to tell you about the email correct? 7)Did you just assume that it was Devon who was sending the emails? 8) Did you leave your money on the self in the library and then return later for it? K.C. Cline: 1) Are you the manager of Crius Restaurant? 2) Does Madison work for you? 3) Did the Casco kids have to work for what they wanted? 4) Was Madison a good worker? 5) doe sMadison make 140$ not including tip and then an extra 100$ in tips a week? 6) Thanks a lot of money don't you think she could have gotten all of her items at full price?Jamie Strong: 1) Do you live in Windsor Arms apartments? 2) In the three years that you have been at your building have any of your packages ever been stolen? 3) Do you know both Devon and Madison? 5) Do you think that Devon is lazy?



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10th Grade -- District CourtDISTRICT COURT CASE: D - ACASE NAME: Minnesota vs. CascoATTORNEY #1: Carson Brady, FridleyATTORNEY #2: Spencer Brady, Fridley



Hello we are all here today to make sure Madison is not proven guilty. We will show you through out this court case that there is no way that Madison could be guilty. She is innocent on the two counts. Counts of Credit card Fraud and Recieving stolen property. Everyone is innocent until proven guilty. That is all.


Madison Casco: 1) What is your relationship with Devon? 2) What did you do when Devon started to show up with expensive items? 3) What did Devon tell you? 4) What did you ask Devon to get you? 5) What happened with Mrs. Wilshire? 6) Why didn't you ask Devons question about it? 7) Who did you see sniping around Chris Conelys desk? 8) Who knew about your teacher leaving all of his receipts in his desk? 9) You asked Devon for another item and what happens afetr that? 10) When the dog barked at you what did they find in your bag? 11) And why did you have that much money in your bag?River Leno: 1) What do you think of both Madison and Devon? 2) When Madison was coming to school with expensive items why didn't you question them? 3) Whi told you about the email and how it worked? 4) What dos you ask for? 5) who did you think it was that was sending back the emails? 6) Why did you think that? 7) who did you ever see anyone around Chris Conelys Desk? 8) what was odd about April 3rd? 9) What did you think when Madison got arrested?K.C. Cline: 1) What have you observed about Madison? 2) What type of employee is madison? 3) What happened when Madison found a wallet that a customer had left? 4) How is she with the customers? 5) How much on average including tip does a server like Madison make?Jamie Strong: 1) who else loves with at the same apartment complex as you? 2) When you went down to collect so email who did you see? 3) How many times did you see that? 4) What is your personal experience with both Devon and Madison?


Officer Brosnan. 1) Is there any evidence Madison was the one using the computers? 2) Is Madison the only student living at Windsor Arms Apartment? 3) Was Madison caught with the camera or MP3? 4) Were the accounts used Madisons? 5) Did you find any emails that were used in the fradulent purchases?Devon Wilshire. 1) Do you live in Windsor Arms Apartments? 2) Did you buy any of these claimed items that were bought fraudulently? 3) Did the emails say the Madison was the one sending them? 4) Is there any proof Madison was the one that dropped of the items? 5) How many of you eat in Mr. Conley's room?Librarian Pat LaPoint. 1) Are there a lot of people which use the computers in the library? 2) Was the computer used an "extra" computer? 3) Are your opinion so Madison good? 4) Did you see Madiso with the box ever? 5) Did you think they had left the box on purpose?Teacher Conley. 1) Do you keep all your receipts with you credit card I formation at school? 2) Are you the only one with keys to your drawer? 3) Do multiple students eat in your room? 4) Did you have good opinions of the four kids? 5) Do you always keep the drawer locked all day? 6) Did all four have access of your private records in your drawer?


Your honor and jury, As you all have heard there is quite a lot of evidence pointing towards Madison Is the one who is guilty. She had

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the perfect time and materials to make the fraudulent purchases. She had the purchased items in her house. She was seen going into the Russian Lit section where the box was dropped off then she left. All the evidence is pointing toward Madison. Please find her guilty on the counts of Credit Card Fraud and Receiving stolen propert. Thank you for your time.


Your honor and jury. We are all here today to keep this innocent girl from being proven guilty. As you all can clearly see there is no direct evidence that points to Madison being the buyer. She isnt the only person that the evidence points to. There is no clear evidence. That is all please think long and hard before you send this innocent girl away. Thank you.

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11th Grade -- Supreme CourtSUPREME COURT CASE BRIEF: S - 1CASE NAME: PC v. State of MinnesotaAUTHOR #1: Elliott Crummer, RidgedaleAUTHOR #2: Rachel Pribula, Ridgedale

TABLE OF AUTHORITIES (Cases & Statutes Used)

Cases and Statutes usedMiranda v. ArizonaSafford Unified School Dist. #1 v. ReddingFourth AmendmentFifth Amendment

LEGAL ISSUES (How the trial court answered the question and Analysis)

Cruman was convicted in the original trial. The evidence that Cruman argued was not admissible due to how it was acquired was allowed despite his objections, and that led to his conviction. The case was appealed to a lower court and that appeals court upheld the ruling of the first court. This ruling was wrong and that’s why this was brought to the Supreme court.

STATEMENT OF FACTS

On October 22nd, 2014, Principal Lyons of Scrava High School received an anonymous tip that Peter Cruman, a student of Scrava, posted in a Facebook group that he would be selling drugs on campus. Cruman was questioned and denied involvment right away. Lyons asked Cruman to relinquish the username and password to his Facebook account in order to see the post. Cruman refused, but two and a half hours later after intense questioning Cruman logged on to his account for the principal to see. Lyons found the incriminating posts and Cruman admitted to dealing drugs and hand wrote a confession to give to the school. The police later got involved. The school officer was not assisting during the questioning, nor was any other school official besides Lyons. Cruman’s parents were not called until after the questioning and confession.

ARGUMENTS RELATED TO ISSUE 1

The Fourth Amendment states “The right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers and effects against unreasonable searches and seizures shall not be violated,”In Safford Unified School District #1 v. Redding, a teenage girl was unreasonable searched in a school without enough cause to search her. She was strip searched by her vice principal for drugs hiding in her underwear. The girl’s mother sued the school district, which led to the trial. The court ruled in favor of the School at first, as did the district appeals court. The Ninth Circuit Court ruled in favor of Redding, the appellant.The same values apply to the case in question. Cruman was searched unlawfully, as he was forced to give up the rights to his Facebook account to the Principal based only on an anonymous tip. It was not a search of his body, but the Fourth Amendment includes papers which this post can be qualified as. According to this precedent set by the court, Cruman was unlawfully searched and therefore the post cannot be used against Cruman.

ARGUEMNTS RELATED TO ISSUE 2

The Fifth Amendment states “nor shall [any person] be compelled in any criminal case to be a witness against himself,”

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In Miranda v. Arizona, the court held that statements made in response to interrogation by a defendant in police custody will be admissible at trial only if the prosecution can show that the defendant was informed of the right to consult with an attorney and of the right against self-incrimination before police questioning. In this case, Ernesto Miranda was arrested based on circumstancial evidence for raping an 18 year old girl. The police never informed Miranda of his right to remain silent, right to representation, or his Fifth amendment right against self-incrimination. The Supreme court ruled that because Miranda was not informed of these rights, his written confession was not voluntary and therefore inadmissible.In today’s case, Cruman was never read his rights. He was taken into custody by the school resource officer, who is a sworn law enforcement officer. Cruman was in custody for the duration of the questioning by Lyons, and therefore in accordance with the precedent set by the Supreme court in Miranda v. Arizona Cruman’s confession during this questioning cannot be admissible because he was never informed of his rights, just as in Miranda’s case.

CONCLUSION

Cruman’s Fourth and Fifth amendment rights were violated. He was not read his rights by the SRO or the Principal, and in order for his confession to be admissible he must be read his rights, as set by Miranda v. Arizona and JDB v. North Carolina, and the fact that he was not violated his Fifth amendment rights. The information from the Facebook posts were searched in violation of Cruman’s Fourth Amendment rights according to the precedent set by Safford School Dist. #1 v. Redding. Therefore, the confession and the Facebook post cannot be admissible in court.

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