Connecticut presiding officers at the House rostrum
Connecticut Judicial Branch

Youth in Law.

Connecticut delegates can argue cases in Youth in Law, which runs alongside the legislature at the State Conference.

RegistrationBook an interest meeting

How it works

Youth in Law

  • Youth in Law runs at the State Conference, with rounds in the Legislative Office Building and a final round on Saturday morning.
  • Students choose Youth in Law on the conference registration form and explain their interest. There is no separate application.
  • Outstanding students earn Showcase Youth in Law awards.
  • The strongest students can self-nominate for the National Judicial Competition by Feb 5, 2027.
Registration, due Jan 29, 2027NJC self-nomination

Details for 2027 are coming soon. Case materials and the format for this year will be posted here. Questions? Connect with us.

Examples

See past work

Real work from recent years. Use it as a model.

PDF2026 Connecticut Bill BookIncludes the 2026 Youth in Law schedule. (opens in a new tab)