Jennifer D. Benally

Jennifer D. Benally is a former 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 Serving with Albert Hale
Preceded by	Jamescita Peshlakai
Succeeded by	Wenona Benally
Judge of the Kayenta Judicial Court[usurped]
In office 1998–2014
Appointed by	Navajo Nation Council
Succeeded by	Malcolm P. Begay
Personal details
Born	Albuquerque, New Mexico
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. Benally was born in Albuquerque, New Mexico but moved to Arizona in 1957. She earned her degree from Northern Arizona University and served as a Navajo Nation police officer from 1982 to 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]

Personal life

Benally and her husband, Kent, together have 10 children and 14 grandchildren.^[3]

See also

• List of Native American jurists