MEDIA ADVISORY: Problem-Solving Court Graduation and Celebration

WHAT:         

The Southeast Nebraska Adult Drug Court is pleased to announce that five (5) participants have successfully completed the Adult Drug Court Program.  We are proud to honor the Adult Drug Court graduates through this demonstration of achievement, and we welcome you to be part of this celebration.

WHO:            

Judge Vicky Johnson, Host

WHEN:         

Monday, December 20, 2021
4:30 PM

WHERE:      

Saline County Courtroom
204 South High Street
Wilber, 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. The 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:

Chris Reece, Adult Drug Court Coordinator, (402) 821-7114