Indiana Supreme Court
Courts in the Classroom
 
NEW! Supreme Court to Host CLE Event on Issues of International Prosecution of War Crimes, Genocide, and Crimes Against Humanity
NEW! Summer Teacher Workshop - From the Inside Out: How Indiana's Courts Work
June 9-20, 2008 8:00am - 12:30pm
 

Lesson Plans & Materials
Access lesson plans and other teaching materials—including videos, images, historical documents, and related website links—on various subjects relating to state and federal courts. GO

 

Legal History Lecture Series
Access materials and the webcast from CLE approved programs presented as part of the Indiana Supreme Court’s Legal History Lecture Series. GO

 

Video Library
While the lesson materials above contain many supporting videos, additional informative videos are available, such as oral arguments online and videos on subjects including jury duty, alternatives to court, and information about the law for middle schoolers. GO

 
Ask a Question
If you have any questions about the oral argument webcasts, their associated briefs or lesson plans, or any other aspect of this website, or if you have suggestions or concerns, please email Elizabeth Osborn at eosborn@courts.state.in.us.
Online Court History Museum
Access resources such as online historical exhibits, historical Supreme Court justice biographies, articles on specific aspects of court history in Indiana, and more. GO
 
Know Your Courts
Access detailed explanations of the structure and processes of Indiana courts, including information about trial courts, appellate courts, the players in the courtroom, and more. GO
 
Activities for Kids
Access puzzles and other activities designed to help kids become engaged in information about our legal system and court history. GO
 
Supreme Court Bookstore
Access informational pamphlets and reading materials currently available. Pamphlets are free to any interested parties. Free copies of books are available for libraries, teachers, and all other educational organizations.
 


Featured Event
Benjamin Harrison Day
March 4, 2008

Lambdin Milligan lived near Fort Wayne, Indiana, and he opposed both President Lincoln and the Civil War. He was very outspoken in his opposition, and after a speech urging people to resist being drafted into the army, he was arrested and brought to Indianapolis for trial. Milligan was arrested by the military and charged with treason. His trial was held before a military tribunal. He was found guilty and sentenced to death. Milligan successfully appealed his case to the U. S. Supreme Court. Following the decision of the U.S. Supreme Court, Milligan returned to Indiana for a third and final trial.

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Last modified on Thursday, May, 01, 2008