The Lancaster County Veterans Treatment Court celebrated the graduation of Daniel War Bonnett and Michael Jahn on September 27, 2023, in Lincoln. For the Veterans Treatment Court graduate, the ceremony marks the completion of an intensive program of comprehensive mental health treatment, intensive community supervision, and full accountability. Veterans Treatment Court Judge Kevin McManaman presided over the ceremony. Daniel Clay sang the Star- Spangled Banner and God Bless America. Other participants included Judge John Colborn, Major General Craig Strong, Professor Steven Schmidt, former graduate Jason Lybarger, mentor Bob Roberts, and mentor Jason Stellingwerf. 

Pictured are graduates Daniel War Connett (top) and Graduate Michael Jahn (bottom).

Veterans Treatment Courts are an alternate route through the criminal justice system for nonviolent drug-related offenders, which utilizes a specialized team process that functions within the existing court structure. The 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.

For additional information, please contact Erminda Millan-Groves, Problem-Solving Court Coordinator, 402-580-7487.