Samuel "Ben" Banks
Republican · MT
Ben Banks is a major crimes agent with the Montana Department of Justice, a former Mineral County deputy, and an Army veteran who served as a criminal investigator. He stresses steady, professional leadership and careful use of taxpayer money.
Track record
Track record — General
General · 1 record
As sheriff-elect, urged county commissioners in public comment to sign a one-year jail meal contract with a local restaurant while jail staff phased in cooking.
July 2, 2026
Source: co.mineral.mt.us
Past race Samuel "Ben" Banks ran in:
- County Sheriff/Coroner · November 3, 2026 · Mineral County, Montana