Lighthouse Forensics MLK Async

2025 — Online, US

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Event Description:

• Length

• The time limit is ten minutes with a 30-second grace period. If an entry exceeds the grace period, they cannot be ranked 1st. There are no other prescribed penalties for going over the grace period.

• The decision on rankings is at the judges' discretion. Judges must use accurate timing devices.

• Material

• Must be an original composition of the contestant. The speech should persuade. Any other purpose such as to entertain or inform shall be secondary.

• Not more than 150 words of the speech may be direct quotation and such quotations must be identified orally.

• Performance

• The performance must be from memory.

• The use of any aids or props are prohibited.

• Artistic Plagiarism

• Direct imitation of previous performances or video media is prohibited. Artistic plagiarism penalties can range from lowering the ranking to disqualification. Proof of plagiarism must include video evidence and written verification.