Jury selection began Monday in Los Angeles for Jonathan Rinderknecht, accused of starting the Palisades Fire. - The fire burned 23,448 acres, destroyed 6,800 structures, and killed 12 people.
- Rinderknecht pleaded not guilty to federal arson charges; trial expected to last 11 days. - Prosecutors allege he set a small fire on Jan.
1, 2025, that smoldered and erupted under Santa Ana winds. - Defense says there is no evidence the fire was intentionally set.
The trial will determine if Rinderknecht faces up to 45 years in prison.