The case was heard by 43rd Judicial Circuit Judge Thomas N. Chapman in Caldwell County on a change of venue. Brady Kopek (Caldwell County Prosecuting Attorney) was assigned as Special Prosecuting Attorney on this case. The second day of the trial lasted late into the night Thursday.
In March 2014 the Livingston County Sheriff’s Office began an investigation of the reported sex offense. According to court documents, the victim was lured to Schade’s home by a woman she met on Facebook
On March 05, 2014 Mr. Schade was arrested by the LCSO and charged in Livingston County with the felony allegation. Sheriff Steve cox says several current members and a former employee of his department were at the Caldwell County Courthouse under subpoena both days.