The Sarpy County Adult Court celebrated graduation at the County Courthouse in Papillion. Judge Stefanie Martinez presided over the February 6, 2023, ceremony. The ceremony marks the completion of an intensive program of comprehensive drug treatment, close supervision, and full accountability for...

Since the passage of the Dispute Resolution Act in 1991, the Administrative Office of the Courts and Probation (AOCP), through the Office of Dispute Resolution (ODR), has provided funding, guidance, and oversight to approved mediation centers. These six approved centers provide mediation and...

The audio-visual courtroom upgrade for trial courts was a featured presentation during the Clerk of the District Court orientation workshop on February 8-10, 2023, in Grand Island. Clerks were given information on the background of the Supreme Court-sponsored project and informed of their role in...

Awarded to: Stacey Langmack, Support Staff in Platte County The Jean Miller Memorial Award recognizes exemplary performance by probation support staff with a record of exceptional efficiency, superior performance, and dedication beyond standard expectations. Stacey Langmack arrives at work each day...

Chief Justice Mike Heavican delivered his annual State of the Judiciary speech in the Unicameral Legislative Chamber, filled to the balconies with Nebraska students and instructors. The February 21, 2023, morning address was given at the invitation of the Speaker of the Legislature, Senator John...

News reporters will undergo re-credentialing for expanded media access in Nebraska trial courts throughout March. The new badges will have a red stripe on the bottom and expire March 30, 2025. New reporters continue to be asked to complete a rule review before credentials are granted. Credentials...

Awarded to: Shannon Ontiveros, Probation Officer in Hall County Probation The Ladonna Snell Memorial Award recognizes the exemplary performance of a probation officer. The award is presented to officers with a record of exceptional efficiency, superior performance, and dedication beyond standard...

January welcomed in a new year and 17 newly elected or appointed District Court Clerks across the State of Nebraska. After every election cycle, the Clerk of the District Court Association and Judicial Branch Education collaborate to provide education to the new District Court Clerks. This year the...

The American Probation and Parole Association (APPA) held its 2023 Region IV Winter Regional Training Institute in Omaha on February 5-7, 2023, with over 330 individuals from across Region IV attending. Content included topics relevant to probation, parole, the judiciary, and other facets of...

Weighted Caseload Reports for Nebraska's district, county, and separate juvenile courts have been uploaded to the Judicial Branch Website. Weighted caseload statistics approximate the number of judges needed to handle the current caseload based upon the calculations of a three-year rolling average...