Hubbard County Man Faces Child Exploitation Charges
Hubbard County (trfnews.i234.me) — Darren Benais has been booked into the Hubbard County Jail on two felony charges related to alleged child sexual abuse material, according to jail records.
Booking records show Benais entered custody on June 10, 2026. The record lists a bail amount of $0.00 at the time of booking. No court date was listed. The case is assigned to Hubbard County District Court.
Jail records describe Benais as 6 feet tall and 160 pounds. The booking information lists black hair and brown eyes.
Felony Charges Filed
According to the booking record, Benais faces two felony charges under Minnesota law.
The first alleges dissemination of child sexual abuse material involving a minor under the age of 14. The charge is listed under Minnesota Statute 617.247.3(b)(3).
The second alleges possession of child sexual abuse material involving a minor under the age of 14. That charge is listed under Minnesota Statute 617.247.4(b)(3).
Both allegations are associated with court case number 26-004919.
Information about these statutes is available through the Minnesota Office of the Revisor of Statutes.
Darren Benais booking photo.
Case Will Proceed in District Court
The booking record does not include a scheduled court appearance.
A listed bail amount of $0.00 does not necessarily mean a person will be released. Release decisions are made through the court process.
Additional case information may become available as the matter moves through Hubbard County District Court.
Official court records may be searched through the Minnesota Court Records Online system.
Presumption of Innocence
Criminal charges are allegations. Every defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law.
TRF News will continue to monitor this case and publish verified updates as additional court records become available.
I’m Adrian Cole reporting for TRF News.
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