Law Merit Badge Seminar

About the Seminar


Following the requirements of the Law Merit Badge booklet, the judges and staff address the differences between civil and criminal laws, the origin of law, the development of the jury system, the Justinian Code and the Magna Carta, and famous trials in history. Actual judges preside over a mock trial with the Scouts serving as members of the jury. A guided tour of the Lake County Jail, Courthouse and a presentation of the Lake County Sheriff's Canine Unit, normally round out the day. Lunch is provided from the $6 fee. Vending is available.
Law Merit Badge

Event Details


  • When: Due to COVID-19, there will not be an event in 2021. We look forward to seeing you in 2022.
  • Time: 8:15 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
  • Who: Registration is limited to 75 Scouts
  • Cost: $6 (Payable by cash on Program Day)
  • Location: Lake County Courthouse, 18 N County Street, Waukegan
  • Parking: Free Parking in the Garage located on the North Side of the Courthouse will be open.
  • Entrance: Entrance through the Main Entrance located off the Parking Garage. - Look for the signs!

Requirements


The following requirements must be completed prior to the event:
  1. Read the Law Merit Badge Booklet – 2013 Edition
  2. Bring a completed Blue Merit Badge Card to class – Must be signed by your Scoutmaster
  3. Highly recommended to be a 1st Class Scout or higher prior to the event
For more information, read the Merit Badge Flyer and Registration (PDF) or email Arminda Badgerow at abadgerow@lakecountyil.gov or call at 847.377.3903.