Colorado State Public Defender
Ashley Benton has extensive experience in administrative and legal support roles. Currently serving as a Paralegal at the Colorado State Public Defender since March 2021, Ashley applies legal knowledge and organizational skills effectively. Previously, Ashley worked at Widefield School District 3 as Head Secretary from April 2016 to March 2021, managing a 12-line phone system and overseeing record-keeping and fund allocation. Ashley holds a Master’s degree in Criminal Justice with a Specialty in Human Resources from Colorado State University Global (2020-2022) and a Bachelor of Applied Science in Business Administration and Management from Colorado State University Pueblo (2018-2020), along with a high school diploma from Mesa Ridge High School (2001-2005).
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Colorado State Public Defender
The single overriding objective for the Office of the Colorado State Public Defender is to provide zealous and effective representation for indigent individuals who are charged with the commission of a crime in Colorado. The right to counsel is established by both the United States and Colorado Constitutions.