On November 28, 2022, the Sarpy County Reentry Court held a graduation ceremony and celebration at the Sarpy County Courthouse in Papillion. Judge Stefanie Martinez presided over the ceremony.  Also in attendance were Sarpy County Attorney Tyler Loontjer and Public Defender Christopher Lathrop

The ceremony marks the completion of an intensive program of comprehensive drug treatment, close supervision, and full accountability for Reentry Court graduate, Dale.

Pictured (left to right) are Probation Officer Nicole Mercer, Graduate Dale, and Judge Stefanie Martinez.

Like other Nebraska Problem-Solving Courts, the Sarpy County Reentry Court operates under a team approach where a judge, prosecutor, defense counsel, community supervision officer, law enforcement, and treatment provider work together to design an individualized program. Compliance with treatment and court orders is verified by frequent alcohol and drug testing, close community supervision, and interaction with a judge during non-adversarial court review hearings. Problem-Solving Courts enhance close monitoring of participants using home and field visits.

Local Contact:  

Creston Ashburn, Problem Solving Court Coordinator
Phone: (402) 593-2132           Email: creston.ashburn@nebraska.gov