The Sarpy County Adult Drug Treatment Court celebrated the graduation of five participants, on April 28, 2025, at the Sarpy County Courthouse in Papillion. Judge Stefanie Martinez and Judge Robert Wester presided over the ceremony, alongside guests Sarpy …
Douglas County Veteran’s Treatment Court and Young Adult Court hosted a Recovery Walk on Saturday, May 3rd at Memorial Park, raising awareness about the vital role of District 4A Problem-Solving Courts. The event saw a strong turnout, with attendees …
The Nebraska Judicial Branch has officially issued the Request for Information (RFI)-Judicial Case Management System, seeking input from qualified software development firms and technology solution providers regarding the design and implementation of a …
Law Day, May 1, marks the debut of a new podcast series from Nebraska Public Media. Meyer v. Nebraska: "From small-town Nebraska to landmark Supreme Court case" is the inaugural podcast and features Judge Rachel Daugherty and Clerk of the …
A record-setting number of students gathered in the Kearney High School auditorium on April 29, 2025, to observe the Nebraska Supreme Court in action during its annual Law Day session. This marked the Court’s first-ever visit to Kearney High, made possible …
High school students from across the Omaha Public School District got a firsthand look at how Nebraska’s judicial system works during a visit to the Nebraska Supreme Court courtroom, where they met with Judge Riko Bishop of the Nebraska Court of Appeals. …
Juvenile Detention Alternatives Initiative (JDAI) Hall County Team, District 9 Chief Probation Officer Marc Kohmetscher, Hall County Sheriff Rick Conrad, Hall County Attorney Martin Klein, Judge Alfred Corey and Judge Brian McQuay, both from Hall County …
A Women’s History Month exhibit honoring Nebraska women who have shaped the state's legal, political, cultural, and entrepreneurial landscape was displayed in Omaha’s County City Building throughout March. The exhibit, presented by the City of Omaha …
Nebraska's problem-solving courts have issued a new informational flyer to commemorate National Treatment Court Month, which is held each May. The national recognition includes various types of treatment courts such as adult, family, juvenile, impaired …
The National Center for State Courts hosted its most recent convening in Omaha, Nebraska, focused on the role of state courts in effective justice for young people. The event was a collaborative vision of Corey Steel, Nebraska State Court Administrator, …
The Lancaster County DUI Court and Lancaster County Adult Drug Court hosted a joint graduation ceremony and celebration on March 5, 2025. The event commemorated the successful completion of a rigorous program involving comprehensive behavioral health …
Judge Paul Wess gave the ceremonial oath of office to Clerk Magistrate Ashley Harimon on April 10, 2025. Friends and coworkers gathered to celebrate her new role in the 12th Judicial District for Morrill County Court where Harimon began work as clerk …
Programs from the Nebraska Judicial Branch were recently featured in 10/11 News’ Digging Deeper into Domestic Violence series. The two-week investigative report explored the challenges of domestic violence and highlighted solutions in Nebraska and beyond. …
Programs from the Nebraska Judicial Branch were recently featured in 10/11 News’ Digging Deeper into Domestic Violence series. The two-week investigative report explored the challenges of domestic violence and spotlighted solutions in Nebraska and beyond. …
This April marks a century since the Nebraska Supreme Court first held arguments in its “gilded quarters” within the new Nebraska State Capitol. On April 20, 1925, just a few years after construction on the Capitol began, the state's highest court …
Twelve participants graduated from the Douglas County Adult Drug Court, on March 19, 2025, marking the program's 128th graduation. Unfortunately, the ceremony was canceled due to a blizzard that afternoon. Graduates are invited to attend the next …
At the invitation of Bryan High, Nebraska Supreme Court justices held a special court session in the school’s auditorium on the afternoon of April 2, 2025. “We are honored to welcome the Nebraska Supreme Court to Bryan High. This unique opportunity allows …
Media credentials for Nebraska courts expired at the end of March 2025. Journalists who wish to continue participating in media pools or using approved electronic devices in courtrooms must apply for a new credential every two years. The new badge will be …
Recognizing the opportunity to engage law students gathered at Creighton for Supreme Court arguments on April 2, 2025, Court of Appeals Judge Francie Riedmann assembled a panel of current and former judicial law clerks to discuss clerkship positions as a …
The Southeast Nebraska Adult Drug Court held a graduation ceremony, on March 11, 2025, at the Nemaha County District Court in Auburn. Judge Richard Smith presided over the event, marking a major milestone for the graduate who completed an intensive program …
