Senator Don Benton threatens lawsuit against outspoken critic
At a time when Clark County commissioners are considering how to put limitations on public comment topics, Clark County Environmental Services Director Don Benton is considering legal action against a person who has been prolific in speaking out against the hiring of Benton to his county role.
Benton, also a Republican state senator, confirmed on Wednesday that he and an attorney had sent a letter to Ed Barnes asking him to cease making claims that Benton is not qualified for his job at the county.
"I gave him the courtesy of putting him on notice that if he continues, then I will move forward with corrective action," Benton said. "I believe I would win (in court) hands down. I've spoken to four attorneys on this and they've all (agreed.)"
Barnes said he's received the letter from Benton's attorney and he isn't concerned about it.
"I'm not going to answer the letter," Barnes said Wednesday night. "Let him sue me."
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