Jury selection took all day on Monday, and the opening statement began Tuesday. Around 30 subpoenas have been issued for people who could possibly testify in the trial. Stinebaugh was indicted on 17 counts, including having unlawful interest in a public contract, conflict of interest, and theft in office. He pleaded not guilty on all counts. The trial is under the direction of a visiting judge.

According to court documents, the trial was scheduled to start on September 6th, but will now be pushed back until October 24th, because the court needs more time. Around 30 subpoenas have been issued to people that could testify in the trial.