| Monday, August 17, 2026 | Program Launch - Coordinator Packet Available |
| Wednesday, September 2, 2026 |
Intent to Participate Form Deadline |
| Monday, November 9, 2026 |
Team Registration Materials Deadline |
| Thursday, January 21, 2027 |
Riverside County Mock Trial Competition Round 1 l 6:00 p.m. Riverside Hall of Justice | 4100 Main St., Riverside, CA Southwest Justice Center | 30755-D Auld Rd., Murrieta, CA Larson Justice Center | 46-200 Oasis St., Indio, CA |
| Tuesday, January 26, 2027 | Riverside County Mock Trial Competition Round 2 l 6:00 p.m. Riverside Hall of Justice | 4100 Main St., Riverside, CA |
| Tuesday, February 2, 2027 | Riverside County Mock Trial Competition Round 3 l 6:00 p.m. Riverside Hall of Justice | 4100 Main St., Riverside, CA |
| Saturday, February 6, 2027 |
Riverside County Mock Trial Competition Round 4 l 9:00 a.m. |
| Wednesday, February 10, 2027 | Riverside County Mock Trial Competition Round 5 (Elite 8) l 6:00 p.m. Riverside Hall of Justice | 4100 Main St., Riverside, CA |
| Tuesday, February 16, 2027 | Riverside County Mock Trial Competition Round 6 (Semi-Finals) l 6:00 p.m. Riverside Historic Courthouse | 4050 Main St., Riverside, CA |
| Thursday, February 18, 2027 | Riverside County Mock Trial Competition Round 7 (Finals) l 6:00 p.m. Riverside Historic Courthouse | 4050 Main St., Riverside, CA |
| March 2027 | California Mock Trial Finals TBD |
| Thursday-Saturday, May 13-15, 2027 | National High School Mock Trial Championship St. Louis, MO |
Mock Trial
Mock Trial introduces students in grades 9–12 to the legal system through a simulated criminal court case. Students assume the roles of attorneys, witnesses, clerks, and bailiffs while developing skills in public speaking, analysis, and civic understanding.
Teams compete at the county level, with the champion advancing to the California Mock Trial Finals and potentially qualifying for national competition.
For sponsorship inquiries, please visit our 2027 Student Academic Events Sponsorship page. For additional information regarding the 2026-2027 competition, please contact Yadira Chavelas.
2026 Competition Highlights
Press Release: The Verdict Is In: Notre Dame High School Wins 44th Annual Riverside County Mock Trial
Press Release: Final Eight High School Teams Advance to Mock Trial Quarterfinals, Individual Honors and Internships Awarded
2026 Mock Trial Awards Ceremony
2026 Mock Trial Finals
Contact
Yadira Chavelas
Administrator
ychavelas@rcoe.us
(951) 826-6570
Jonathan Moreno
Digital Marketing Communications Manager
jmoreno@rcoe.us
(951) 826-6667
Alyssa Juarez
Events Technician
ajuarez@rcoe.us
(951) 826-6613
Madelynn Knust
Events Technician
mknust@rcoe.us
(951) 826-6376
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