PSC News
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.
The Douglas County Young Adult Court celebrated graduation at the Douglas County Courthouse in Omaha on May 21, 2025. For the graduate, Mia, the ceremony marks the completion of an intensive program of comprehensive mental health treatment, intensive community supervision, and full accountability...
The Southeast Nebraska Adult Drug Court celebrated the graduation of two of its participants, on May 19, 2025, at the Nemaha County District Courthouse in Auburn. Judge Richard Smith presided over the ceremony, honoring this significant achievement with family and friends of the graduates. The...
Three participants graduated from the Southeast Nebraska Adult Drug Court on May 12, 2025, at the Saline County Courthouse in Wilber. Judge David Bargen presided over the ceremony. This ceremony marks a significant milestone for program graduates with the completion of an intensive program focused...
The Lancaster County Veterans Treatment Court held a graduation ceremony at the Veterans Memorial Garden in Lincoln on May 14, 2025. One veteran graduated, surrounded by volunteer military mentors, family members, and fellow participants in the Veterans Treatment Court. Nebraska Air National Guard...
The Colfax-Butler-Saunders Problem-Solving Court celebrated the graduation of Corrie, Jason, and Jordan at the Saunders County Courthouse in Wahoo on April 22, 2025. Judge Tina Marroquin presided over the ceremony. In attendance were Colfax-Butler-Saunders County Board Members, Probation...
With the spotlight on Problem-Solving Courts in May, the Northeast Nebraska Adult Drug Court chose to highlight a recent graduate, Israel Gardea. Israel graduated from the Northeast Nebraska Adult Drug Court in April 2024. Since completing the 18-month program, Israel has remained sober, has a...
The Northeast Nebraska Adult Drug Court proudly celebrated the graduation of Logan and Raquel on May 9, 2025, at the Madison County Courthouse, with the Honorable Judge James Kube presiding. This milestone marked the successful completion of a rigorous program that integrated comprehensive...
The Butler County Problem-Solving Court celebrated the graduation of Sean and Preston on February 25, 2025. Judge Tina Marroquin presided over the ceremony. In attendance were Butler County Board Members, District 5 Probation Staff, and friends and family of the graduates. The ceremony marks the...
On March 3, 2025, Dallas, Austin, and Tavis 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, friends, and family members. Problem-Solving...
Over the past six months, the Northeast Nebraska Adult Drug Court has celebrated several graduations. The Honorable James G. Kube, a dedicated member of the Problem-Solving Courts since 2009, presided over the ceremonies. We proudly recognize and commend the achievements of these graduates. These...