MEDIA ADVISORY: Sarpy County Wellness Court Graduation and Celebration

WHAT:         
Sarpy County Wellness Court graduation and celebration

WHO:             
Judge Stefanie Martinez, Presiding                 

WHEN:         
Friday, February 21, 2025
10:00 a.m.

WHERE:       
Sarpy County Courthouse 
1210 Golden Gate Drive 
Papillion, 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, utilizing a specialized team process within the existing court structure. Problem-solving courts are designed to reduce 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:

Heather Moran, Problem-Solving Court Coordinator

(402) 593-2199              heather.moran@nejudicial.gov

Court media credentials preferred.