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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 August 25, 2026, the Butler County Problem-Solving Court celebrated the graduation of Danielle, Charles, Anthony, Taylor, and David at the Butler County Courthouse in David City. Judge Tina Marroquin presided. The ceremony brought together members of the Judiciary, county leadership, and...
MEDIA ADVISORY: Second Judicial District Veterans Treatment Court Graduation WHAT: The Second Judicial District Veterans Treatment Court will be holding a graduation ceremony and celebration. WHO: Judge Nathan Cox, Presiding WHEN: Wednesday, September 16, 2026 1:00 p.m. WHERE: Sarpy County...
The Central Nebraska Adult Drug Court of Hall County celebrated graduation of four participants on August 14, 2026. The Honorable Patrick Lee presided over the ceremony. Graduation marks the successful completion of an intensive program involving comprehensive substance use treatment, close...
MEDIA ADVISORY: Problem-Solving Court Graduation and Celebration WHAT: Sarpy County Juvenile Drug Court graduation ceremony and celebration. WHO: Judge Jonathon Crosby, Presiding WHEN: Tuesday, September 15, 2026 4:30 p.m. WHERE: Sarpy County Courthouse 1210 Golden Gate Drive Papillion, NE 68046 WHY...
MEDIA ADVISORY: Problem-Solving Court Graduation and Celebration WHAT: Midwest Nebraska Problem-Solving Court graduation and celebration. WHO: Honorable Chawnta Durham, presiding WHEN: Tuesday, September 8, 2026 1:30 p.m. WHERE: Dawson County Annex 200 West 7 th Street, Suite #3 Lexington, NE 68850...
MEDIA ADVISORY: Central Nebraska Adult Drug Court Graduation and Celebration WHAT: Central Nebraska Adult Drug Court Graduation WHO: Judge Morgan Farquhar, Presiding WHEN: Tuesday, September 22, 2026 10:00 a.m. WHERE: Adams County Courthouse 500 West 4 th Street Hastings, NE WHY: For Problem-Solving...
On August 19, 2026, the Second Judicial District Veterans Treatment Court celebrated the graduation of participants at the Sarpy County Courthouse in Papillion, with Judge Nathan Cox presiding. Special guests included Sarpy County Attorney Dylan Folchert and Sarpy County Public Defender John Hascall...
Southeast Nebraska Adult Drug Court celebrated a graduation on August 10, 2026, at the Saline County Courthouse in Wilber. Judge David Bargen presided over the ceremony, with defense attorney Christina Thorton, police officer Audrey Arbuckle, family, and friends in attendance. We are proud to honor...
Your Nebraska Judicial Branch is back in studio with York County Attorney Gary Olson. As the Chief Law Enforcement Officer in York County, Gary talks about the impact of Problem-Solving Courts in his home county and, how these treatment courts continue to change outcomes for participants, families...
On August 19, 2026, the Douglas County Young Adult Court held a graduation ceremony at the Douglas County Courthouse in Omaha, with Judge Shelly Stratman presiding. The court recognized the graduates for successfully completing an intensive, structured program that combines comprehensive mental...