⚡ Legal Issues

Conflict Resolution Evidence Fairness

📋 Case Facts

  • Both students ran to the swings at recess.
  • Both touched the swing at almost the same time.
  • Monitor was watching from far away.

👥 Witnesses

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Student A Claimant
Plaintiff/Prosecution

Statement

I was running super fast! I touched the chain first. I even said "I got it!" before they did.

Key Facts to Establish

  • Claims speed
  • Verbal claim

Potential Weaknesses

  • No proof of timing
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Student B Claimant
Defense

Statement

I was already there! My hand was on the seat, not just the chain. That's what counts!

Key Facts to Establish

  • Touched seat
  • Different definition of "first"

Potential Weaknesses

  • Also no proof

📜 Jury Instructions

The jury must decide:

  • Who touched the swing first?
  • What is the fair solution? Taking turns? Sharing time?