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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.
MEDIA ADVISORY: Problem-Solving Court Graduation and Celebration WHAT: Midwest Nebraska Problem-Solving Court graduation and celebration. WHO: Honorable Michael E. Piccolo, Presiding WHEN: Thursday, December 18, 2025 2:45 p.m. WHERE: Lincoln County District Court 301 N. Jeffers Street North Platte...
On November 24, 2025, the North Central Problem-Solving Court celebrated the graduation of one of its participants at the Holt County Courthouse in O’Neill. The Honorable Mark Kozisek presided over the ceremony. The ceremony marks the successful completion of an intensive program that includes...
MEDIA ADVISORY: Problem-Solving Court Graduation and Celebration WHAT: Southeast Nebraska Adult Drug Court graduation and celebration. WHO: Judge Richard Smith, Presiding WHEN: Tuesday, December 16, 2025 4:00 p.m. WHERE: Nemaha County District Courtroom 1824 N. Street Auburn, NE 68305 WHY: For...
MEDIA ADVISORY: Problem-Solving Court Graduation and Celebration WHAT: Midwest Nebraska Problem-Solving Court graduation and celebration. WHO: Honorable Michael E. Piccolo, Presiding WHEN: Thursday, December 4, 2025 1:30 p.m. WHERE: Dawson County Courthouse 700 N. Washington Street Lexington, NE...
On November 18, 2025, the Southeast Nebraska Adult Drug Court held a graduation ceremony at the Nemaha County District Courthouse in Auburn, with Judge Richard Smith presiding. Special guests included Senator Bob Hallstrom, Probation Administrator Gene Cotter, and Supreme Court Justice Jason...
On October 8, 2025, a distinguished panel including Chief Justice Jeffery Funke, District Court Judge Christina Marroquin, Deputy Cass County Public Defender Angela Minahan, PSC Program Specialist Tara Bos, and York County Attorney Gary Olson conducted a presentation and panel discussion focusing on...
MEDIA ADVISORY: North Central Problem-Solving Court Graduation and Celebration WHAT: The North Central Problem-Solving Court graduation. WHO: Judge Mark Kozisek presiding. WHEN: Monday, November 24, 2025 at 9:00 a.m. WHERE: Holt County Courtroom 204 North St. O’Neill, NE 69763 WHY: For problem...
The Northeast Nebraska Adult Drug Court held a graduation ceremony on November 14, 2025, at the Madison County Courthouse, with the Honorable Mark Johnson presiding. The event celebrated the participant's successful completion of a rigorous program that integrates comprehensive behavioral health...
On November 12, 2025, the Central Nebraska Veterans Treatment Court in Kearney celebrated Veterans Day with a special graduation ceremony honoring participant Eric Nesiba, a U.S. Army National Guard veteran, along with all Veterans Treatment Court participants, Veteran Mentors, and team members. The...
On November 5, 2025, the Douglas County Young Adult Court held a graduation ceremony at the Douglas County Courthouse in Omaha. The Honorable Judge James Masteller presided over the event. The ceremony marked the successful completion of an intensive program that provides comprehensive mental health...