Justice Jeffrey Funke, Judge Todd Hutton, and Retired Judge Gary Randall took part in a webinar hosted by the University Nebraska-Lincoln College of Journalism, Nebraska Public Media, and the State of Nebraska Judicial Branch. The webinar event entitled “Covering Nebraska Courts: Get it fast, get it...

District Court: The reference to the word “Recklessly” removed from the following domestic abuse forms (not in the language of the statute.) DC 19:9 Domestic Abuse, Protection Order Information DC 19:10 Domestic Abuse, Ex Parte Domestic Abuse Protection Order (or Renewal) DC 19:11B Domestic Abuse...

On February 25, 2022, Teresa Budde appeared before the Northeast Nebraska Adult Drug Court in the District Court of Madison County, with Honorable Mark Johnson presiding. Following the dismissal of her charge and subsequent graduation in court, she offered words of encouragement to other...

Awarded to: Creston Ashburn, Problem-Solving Court Coordinator, District 2 - Sarpy County The Bob Keller Memorial Award recognizes exceptional performance by a probation supervisor. Recipients exhibit exemplary leadership, effective guidance of change, achievement of sustainable results, or strength...

On February 14, 2022, Cass County Adult Drug Court celebrated its first graduation at the Cass County Courthouse in Plattsmouth. Graduate Chase Hinzmann achieved recognition and praise for completing the program. Judge Michael A. Smith presided over the ceremony. The ceremony marks the completion of...

Damon Strong joins Your Nebraska Judicial Branch to discuss his first year leading adult probation in Douglas County. Damon has relied on his unwavering commitment and strong relationships to navigate the global pandemic and “the great resignation” in serving his community. Your Nebraska Judicial...

The Language Access Program, in collaboration with Judicial Branch Education and NSC-IT, published an Arabic language County Courts rights advisement video to the Judicial Branch website on February 17, 2022. The video is available through the Interpreters page or by searching for https://vimeo.com...

Link to: Article 20: Rules for Expanded News Media Coverage in Nebraska Trial Courts.(adopted December 21, 2016, effective March 1, 2017)

Awarded to: Chelsie Tasso, Clerk Magistrate, District 12 - Box Butte County Recipients of the innovation award are recognized for their contribution of effectiveness, efficiency, or economy of Nebraska Judicial System operations. Recognizing Chelsie Tasso’s creativity and her understanding of the...

Nebraska Chief Justice Michael G. Heavican will announce the establishment of Nebraska Trial Court Week during a proclamation signing ceremony at the State Capitol at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, March 18, 2022. The ceremony will kick off Trial Court Week celebrations occurring throughout the Judicial...