Ethics/Professional Responsibility
Oct. 30, 2012
Split decision in tentative ruling on State Bar claims against prosecutor
A State Bar judge made preliminary findings Friday that Santa Clara County prosecutor Troy A. Benson suppressed evidence in a criminal case, but she tentatively tossed out charges Benson misled a judge and didn't perform with competence.
Daily Journal Staff Writer
A State Bar judge made preliminary findings Friday that Santa Clara County prosecutor Troy A. Benson suppressed evidence in a criminal case, but she tentatively tossed out charges that he misled a judge and did not perform with competence.
Judge Patrice McElroy made no decision on the heaviest charge, moral turpitude, which could lead to a suspension or even disbarment for Benson if he is found cu...
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