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Ex-Chief Hennepin County Public Defender Kassius Benson is disbarred
Summary by The Minneapolis Editorial Desk Star Tribune
· July 29, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The decision to disbar Benson was reported by the Star Tribune.
A former public official in Hennepin County has been disbarred. Kassius Benson, who previously served as the Chief Hennepin County Public Defender, is no longer allowed to practice law. The decision to disbar Benson was reported by the Star Tribune.
Further details about the circumstances surrounding Benson's disbarment can be found in the Star Tribune's coverage. For more information on this development, readers can refer to the Star Tribune's reporting on the matter. The disbarment of a former chief public defender is a significant event, and those interested in learning more can consult the original source.
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Category: local Published: July 29, 2026 Source: Star Tribune Reading time: 1 min
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