On October 16, 2024, the Nebraska Supreme Court adopted a new Nebraska Juror Qualification Form and amendments to the Supreme Court rules that pertain to the required use of the form. The purpose for revising the juror qualification form and relevant rules is to facilitate the uniform collection of...

The Nebraska Supreme Court, under Chief Justice Mike Heavican's leadership, sat for the final time on Thursday, October 3, 2024, marking the close of an era. During this historic session, the court heard four oral arguments, concluding the Chief’s distinguished tenure. Heavican, who has served on...

Clerk Magistrates from across the state gathered in Kearney from September 18-20, 2024, for their annual Fall Conference. This year’s event brought together around 70 participants, including seven newcomers who started their roles within the past year. The conference featured informative...

At an informal ceremony during the 2024 fall judges meeting, Chief Justice Mike Heavican presented an award of appreciation to Creighton University School of Law Professor G. Michael Fenner. Fenner was recognized for his many years of service on the Nebraska Supreme Court’s Committee on Practice &...

Probation’s AC4E Award has been presented to Amy Champoux, Probation Supervisor from District 3J during the Probation Management Meeting in April 2024. AC4E Award recipients personify the eight principles of evidence-based practice, four core values of AC4E, and one vision and mission. AC4E Award...

In observance of the holiday, Court and Probation Offices will be closed on 10/14/2024.

County Court Assistant Clerk Julie Kuhl demonstrated her multifaceted skill set during the Chief Justice's Summer Tour visit to Auburn. Kuhl not only invited and hosted local guests but also prepared former Clerk Magistrate LaRita Weber's signature star-shaped cookies, a beloved tradition baked...

Lisa Hunzeker was sworn-in as Clerk Magistrate of Pawnee and Johnson County Courts in the first Judicial District on September 27, 2024, by County Court Judge Jeffrey Gaertig. Hunzeker continues the tradition of serving multiple courts within the First Judicial District, holding the position of...

Justices of the Nebraska Supreme Court will hold a court argument session at Wahoo High School on November 6, 2024. The school will create a courtroom in the Performing Arts Center for the mid-morning session. Area students interested in the legal field, social work, political science, or higher...

Probation’s AC4E Award has been presented to Marc Kohmetscher, Chief Probation Officer from District 9 during the Probation Management Meeting in April 2024. AC4E Award recipients personify the eight principles of evidence-based practice, four core values of AC4E, and one vision and mission. AC4E...