Jennifer D. Benally
Jennifer D. Benally was a state representative from Arizona, representing the 7th district. A member of the Democratic Party, Benally was first elected to the Arizona House of Representatives in 2015. Benally did not seek reelection in 2016.
Jennifer D. Benally | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Arizona House of Representatives from the 7th district | |
| In office January 5, 2015 – January 9, 2017 | |
| Preceded by | Jamescita Peshlakai |
| Succeeded by | Wenona Benally |
| Judge of the Kayenta Judicial Court | |
| In office 1998–2014 | |
| Appointed by | Navajo Nation Council |
| Succeeded by | Malcolm P. Begay |
| Personal details | |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Residence | Tuba City, Arizona |
| Alma mater | Northern Arizona University |
Early life and education
Benally is Zuni Edgewater Clan born for Tangle Root Clan. She earned her degree from Northern Arizona University and served as a Navajo Nation police officer from 1982-1990. Benally become a Tuba City Prosecutor in 1992. After six years as a prosecutor, Benally became a district court judge for the Navajo Nation.[1]
Elections
- 2014 Benally and Albert Hale defeated Joshua Lavar Butler in the Democratic primary. Hale and Benally were unopposed in the general election.[2]
References
- http://navajotimes.com/politics/2014/0814/080714benally.php
- "State of Arizona Official Canvass 2014 General Election November 4, 2014" (PDF). Phoenix, Arizona: Secretary of State of Arizona. p. 9. Retrieved March 18, 2016.
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