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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.
The Lancaster County Problem-Solving Courts were recently featured by KOLN/1011 NOW for their success in reducing incarceration, saving taxpayer dollars, and providing participants with a second chance to build healthier, more productive lives. Read the news story here: 1011now.com
On June 30, 2026, the Dodge County Adult Drug Court celebrated the graduation of Ryan and Benjamin during a ceremony held at the Dodge County Courthouse in Fremont. The event recognized their successful completion of an intensive and highly structured program that combines comprehensive treatment...
The Douglas County Young Adult Court celebrated the graduation of Deandre during a ceremony held on June 24, 2026, at the Douglas County Courthouse in Omaha. The Honorable Judge Shelly Stratman presided over the ceremony, which recognized Deandre's successful completion of an intensive, highly...
On June 10, 2026, the Lancaster County Veterans Treatment Court celebrated the graduation of Amber Summers during a ceremony held in the Veterans Memorial Garden at Antelope Park in Lincoln. The event recognized Summers' successful completion of a rigorous, highly structured program that combines...
On June 22, 2026, the Cass County Adult Treatment Drug Court celebrated the graduation of two participants during a ceremony at the Cass County Courthouse in Plattsmouth, with the Honorable Judge Michael A. Smith presiding. Special guests included Senator Robert Clements; Cass County Sheriff Robert...
MEDIA ADVISORY: 6 th Judicial District Drug Court Graduation and Celebration WHAT: The 6 th Judicial District Drug Court graduation and celebration. WHO: Judge Thomas Klein/Judge Geoffrey Hall, Presiding WHEN: Tuesday, June 30, 2026 2:30 p.m. WHERE: Dodge County Courthouse District Court Room 435 N...
On June 10, 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 over the ceremony. Special guests included Senator Rick Holdcroft, Senator Victor Rountree, Todd West of the...
MEDIA ADVISORY: Problem-Solving Court Graduation and Celebration WHAT: 5th Judicial District Problem-Solving Court graduation and celebration. WHO: Judge James Stecker, Presiding WHEN: July 6, 2026 3:30 p.m. WHERE: Seward County Courthouse 261 S. 8 th Street Seward, NE 68434 WHY: For problem-solving...
MEDIA ADVISORY: Sarpy County Wellness Court Graduation WHAT: Sarpy County Wellness Court graduation and celebration. WHO: Judge Stefanie Martinez, Presiding WHEN: July 10, 2026 10:00 a.m. WHERE: Sarpy County Courthouse, Courtroom 5 1210 Golden Gate Drive Papillion, NE 68046 WHY: For problem-solving...
The Northeast Nebraska Adult Drug Court hosted its annual community service event at Mercy Meals in Norfolk on June 9 and 10. Drug court team members and participants worked together to package nutritious meals that will be distributed both domestically and internationally to support disaster relief...