George Zimmerman goes to trial

George Zimmerman, the neighborhood watch captain who fatally shot 17 year old Trayvon Martin, is finally going to trial.

"We are relieved that the trial is starting and that we will be able to seek justice for Trayvon." said Tracy Martin.

Tracy's son , Trayvon, was killed on Febrary 26, 2012 after being spotted by Zimmerman on his way home.

While both sides agree that Zimmerman killed the unarmed teen, his motive for the murder is up for debate.

Zimmerman's team claim that neighborhood watch captain was acting in self-defense.

Prosecutors believe that Zimmerman racially profiled the teen and ignored orders to leave the scene.

If Zimmerman is charged with second degree murder, he will spend the rest of his life in prison.

Watch footage from the trial (below):