The Nebraska Supreme Court is considering amendments to Neb. Ct. R. § 6-1453. The rule provides the process for binding over to the district court preliminary hearings in felony cases that were heard in the county court and the process for requesting a “transcript of testimony.” The proposed...

Justice Stephanie Stacy and attorney Shaylene Smith highlight the state's cutting-edge courtroom technology upgrades designed to assist individuals with hearing loss. Attorney Shaylene Smith of Crete, NE, addressed members of the Supreme Court, administrative staff, plus area judges and attorneys...

The District Court courtroom in Beatrice hosted a celebratory ribbon-cutting for the THRIVE program for Saline, Jefferson, and Gage Counties on August 13, in connection with the Chief Justice’s Summer Tour. Opening the afternoon festivities, Chief Justice Mike Heavican commended Court Appointed...

The Nebraska Supreme Court has announced the launch of the Nebraska Judicial Electronic Exhibits System (NJEES). The newly established electronic platform allows parties, court staff, and judges to stage, submit, mark, offer, receive, and store electronic exhibits for trials and other evidentiary...

County Court Judge Richard Smith opened the first stop of the Chief Justice’s Summer Tour in front of a packed courtroom on Monday, August 12, 2024, in Falls City. Kicking off the tour, Judge Smith welcomed attendees and introduced Chief Justice Heavican. The Chief Justice thanked Judicial Branch...

The premiere of an inspiring new foster parenting video took center stage at the Seward judicial center during the last stop on day 3 of the Chief Justice’s Summer Tour on August 14. Judges Lynelle Homolka and C. Jo Petersen introduced "Fostering Care: How You Can Help," a moving video designed to...

During the Chief Justice’s Summer Tour, the Nebraska Supreme Court visited Doane University to strengthen its partnership with the school, focusing on training students to become probation officers. Through a collaborative new program, students will be able to earn academic credits for completing a...

The grand finale of the 2024 Chief Justice’s summer tour took place in Lancaster County, featuring tours and discussion of new and improved programming. The morning consisted of probation office tours and a review of services led by Chief Probation Officers Jeff Curry and Bev Hoagland. At midday...

The Judicial Nominating Commission for Chief Justice of the Nebraska Supreme Court will livestream the public hearing for candidates. The judicial vacancy is due to the retirement of Chief Justice Michael G. Heavican. Proceedings will begin at 10:00 a.m. on October 4, 2024. Watch Live: Nebraska...

On August 12, 2024, the Sarpy County Reentry Court celebrated its latest graduation ceremony at the Sarpy County Courthouse in Papillion, with Judge Stefanie Martinez presiding over the event. For Emilee, the latest Reentry Court graduate, this ceremony signifies the successful completion of a...