Jon Seary, who co-founded Drive Electric NL, is facing sexual assault offences.
The 54-year-old has pleaded not guilty to sexual assault and sexual interference, charges that were filed in November of last year. Â
The offences are alleged to have happened August and September of last year.
Seary’s three-day trial is scheduled to begin Aug. 12.
Drive Electric NL is a non-profit company that provides information for those considering an electric vehicle. According to its website, it has 2,300 members.