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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 Central Nebraska Adult Drug Courts of Adams County celebrated the graduation of five participants on April 7, 2026, at the Adams County Courthouse in Hastings. Judge Morgan Farquhar presided over the ceremony, and Justice Jason Bergevin joined as a special guest speaker to address the graduates...
On May 11, 2026, the Southeast Nebraska Adult Drug Court celebrated the graduation of two participants at the Saline County District Courthouse in Wilbur, with Judge David Bargen presiding over the ceremony. Special guests included Saline County Attorney David Solheim and Jefferson County...
The Douglas County Young Adult Court held a graduation ceremony on May 20, 2026, at the Douglas County Courthouse in Omaha, with Judge Shelly Stratman presiding. The ceremony honored graduates who successfully completed an intensive and highly structured program combining comprehensive mental health...
The Dodge County Adult Drug Court and Reentry Court recently participated in a community clean-up effort at Fremont Lakes. Several clients and problem-solving court team members came together to pick up trash, trim trees, and help enhance the beauty of the public space. Each year during Problem...
The Central Nebraska Adult Drug Courts of Hall County and Buffalo County celebrated a joint graduation ceremony for eleven participants on April 3, 2026, at the Buffalo County Courthouse in Kearney. The Honorable Patrick Lee presided over the ceremony. Former problem-solving court team member Mike...
In celebration of Problem-Solving Court Month, the Douglas County Veterans Treatment Court, Young Adult Court, and Adult Drug Court hosted a Recovery Walk on May 2, 2026, at Memorial Park. The event brought together problem-solving court participants, service providers, members of the Douglas County...
On May 6, 2026, the Douglas County Young Adult Court held a graduation ceremony at the Douglas County Courthouse in Omaha, with Judge James Masteller presiding. The court recognized graduate Danglo for successfully completing an intensive, structured program that combines comprehensive mental health...
On May 6, 2026, the Sarpy County Reentry Court held a graduation ceremony and celebration at the Sarpy County Courthouse in Papillion. They are proud to honor three graduates through this demonstration of achievement. Judge Robert Wester presided over the ceremony, attended by Sarpy County Attorney...
MEDIA ADVISORY: Problem-Solving Court Graduation and Celebration WHAT: Southeast Nebraska Adult Drug Court graduation and celebration. WHO: Judge Richard Smith, Presiding WHEN: Tuesday, May 12, 2026 4:00 p.m. WHERE: Nemaha County District Courtroom 1824 N. Street Auburn, NE 68305 WHY: For problem...
Your Nebraska Judicial Branch is back in studio with Alex Strong, a recent graduate of the Sarpy County Adult Drug Court. Following his remarks at the proclamation ceremony in honor of Problem-Solving Court Month 2026, Alex stopped by to tell his story of overcoming addiction through the life...