Lancaster County Veteran’s Treatment Court Graduation and Celebration
MEDIA ADVISORY: Lancaster County Veteran’s Treatment Court Graduation and Celebration
WHAT:
The Lancaster County Veteran’s Treatment Court team is pleased to announce that two veteran’s court participants have successfully completed the Veteran’s Treatment Court Program. Please join us in celebrating this outstanding achievement.
WHO:
Judge Kevin McManaman, Presiding Judge
Judge John Colborn, Retired
WHEN:
March 1, 2023, at 6:00 p.m.
WHERE:
Lancaster County City Council Chambers
555 S. 10th Street, #111
Lincoln, NE
WHY:
For problem-solving court graduates, the ceremony marks the completion of an intensive program of comprehensive behavioral health treatment, intensive community supervision, and full accountability.
Problem-solving courts are an alternate route through the criminal justice system for nonviolent drug-related offenders, which utilize a specialized team process that functions within the existing court structure. Problem-solving courts are designed to achieve a reduction in recidivism and substance use among individuals with substance use disorders. The court’s goal is to protect public safety and increase the participant’s likelihood of successful rehabilitation by utilizing validated risk and need assessments, early and individualized behavioral health treatment, frequent and random chemical testing, incentives, sanctions, and other rehabilitative and ancillary services.
HOW:
For interviews or additional information, please contact:
Erminda Millan-Groves, Problem-Solving Court Coordinator
(402) 580-7487 erminda.millan-groves@nebraska.gov
Court media credentials preferred.