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Nebraska’s 35 Problem-Solving Courts make an impact on the community by improving lives and keeping our communities safer. These specialized courts offer support and accountability, helping individuals overcome challenges like trauma, addiction, and mental health by combining treatment with judicial oversight. Here, we celebrate the achievements of our graduates, showcase upcoming events, and share inspiring stories of change.
On March 18, 2026, the Lancaster County Veterans Treatment Court honored the graduation of two participants during a ceremony held at the Lancaster County City Council Chambers in Lincoln. The event recognized the successful completion of a rigorous program that combines comprehensive mental health...
On March 11, 2026, the Central Nebraska Veterans Treatment Court in Kearney celebrated graduation, honoring three participants. The ceremony was presided over by Judge John Marsh. The event marked the graduates' successful completion of an intensive program featuring comprehensive mental health...
On February 2, 2026, two participants celebrated their graduation from Problem-Solving Court at the Merrick County Courthouse in Central City. The ceremony was presided over by Judge Rachel A. Daugherty and attended by District 5 probation staff, as well as family members and friends. Problem...
The Douglas County Young Adult Court celebrated the graduation of two participants at the Douglas County Courthouse in Omaha on March 18, 2026, with Judge Shelly Stratman presiding. The ceremony marks the completion of an intensive program of comprehensive mental health treatment, intensive...
The Sarpy County Reentry Court celebrated its latest graduation ceremony on March 4, 2026, at the Sarpy County Courthouse in Papillion, with Judge Stefanie Martinez presiding over the event. This ceremony signifies the successful completion of a rigorous program that includes comprehensive drug...
The Midwest Nebraska Problem-Solving Court, located in Lincoln County, held a graduation ceremony for three participants on March 12, 2026, in North Platte, with Judge Michael Piccolo presiding. This milestone represents the successful completion of a rigorous program that integrates comprehensive...
On March 9, 2026, the Southeast Nebraska Adult Drug Court held a graduation ceremony at the Saline County District Courthouse in Wilbur, with Judge David Bargen presiding. The event’s featured speaker was Justin Antons of Directions Counseling in Beatrice. Other team members in attendance included...
MEDIA ADVISORY: North Central Problem-Solving Court Graduation and Celebration WHAT: The North Central Problem-Solving Court team would like to announce the graduation and celebration of one of its drug court participants. WHO: Judge Mark Kozisek presiding. WHEN: Monday, March 23, 2026 at 9:00 a.m...
MEDIA ADVISORY: Dodge County Drug Court Graduation and Celebration WHAT: Dodge County Drug Court Graduation. WHO: Judge Geoffrey C. Hall, presiding. WHEN: Tuesday, March 17, 2026 3:45 p.m., following Drug Court WHERE: Dodge County Courthouse, District Court Room 428 N. Broad Street Fremont, NE WHY...
MEDIA ADVISORY: Sarpy County Drug Treatment Court Graduation WHAT: The Sarpy County Adult Drug Court will be holding a graduation ceremony and celebration. WHO: Judge Stefanie Martinez, Presiding WHEN: Monday, April 13, 2026 10:00 a.m. WHERE: Courtroom #8, Sarpy County Courthouse 1210 Golden Gate...