WATCH | Former Ohio Rep. Bob Young testifies in trial at Barberton Municipal Court

The trial for former Ohio State Representative Bob Young began Tuesday morning in Barberton Municipal Court.

At the start of the proceedings, Young waived his right to a trial by jury and instead opted for a bench trial where the judge ultimately decides the outcome.

Young, who resigned on Oct. 2, was first arrested on allegations of domestic violence and assault connected to a July 7 incident involving his wife and brother. He has pleaded not guilty to the charges.

He was arrested for a second time in late August for allegedly violating a protection order connected to the case.

When details of the case first surfaced, Ohio House Speaker Jason Stephens was among those calling for Young’s resignation. Stephens had said he attended a fundraiser with Young that same day and visited his home afterward, but was not present at the time of the alleged incident.

"I was disappointed and shocked to hear what allegedly transpired sometime after I had left the Young house," Stephens said. "Although I believe that people are innocent until proven guilty, I asked Bob for his resignation as state representative so he can focus on his family at this time."

According to his bio, which has since been removed from the Ohio House of Representatives site, Rep. Young was serving his second term for the 32nd House District, which includes southern portions of Summit County.

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