# Students Run Mock Trial for Stolen Dog | Wilmington News

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Podcast: [Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/wilmington-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7601606)
Published: 2026-07-02T12:08:21+00:00
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Middle schoolers, high schoolers, and even college students took center stage in New Hanover County’s annual youth leadership academy, diving headfirst into the legal system with a mock trial that turned a lover’s quarrel into a dog-napping drama. Seven defense attorneys battled six prosecutors in a high-stakes courtroom showdown over a stolen pup named Kiwi, all under the watchful eye of Assistant DA Bradley Setzer as judge. The program, rooted in civic education and inspired by former DA Ben David, gave teens a crash course in legal strategy — from opening statements to closing arguments — with real-world stakes. Parents watched in awe as their kids, like Laney High’s Saraysia, delivered powerful performances. In the end, the student jury convicted the defendant of misdemeanor larceny, dropping the breaking and entering charge — a testament to the grit, teamwork, and belief in justice that blossomed over just one week. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/bd3f233a8788e7a6

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