Republican House Speaker Mike Hubbard has pleaded not guilty to ethics charges that he used his public offices to enrich himself.
Hubbard entered the plea in a Friday court filing. He also waived a Thursday arraignment that would have been his first courtroom appearance.
The defense is asking the attorney general's office to produce a wide range of material, including witness statements. Defense lawyer Mark White said he will also seek hearings regarding the proceedings of the grand jury that indicted Hubbard.
The powerful Republican was indicted last month on 23 charges accusing him of using his public offices to obtain business for his companies and to reap other financial rewards.
Hubbard's lawyer also asked to push back the December trial date citing the complexity of the case.
