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 participants in the program. For problem-solving court graduates, the ceremony marks the completion of an intensive program of comprehensive behavioral health treatment, intensive community supervision, and full accountability.

Pictured are Judge Mark Johnson and graduate Teresa Budde. 

Adult Drug Courts are an alternate route through the criminal justice system for nonviolent drug-related offenders, utilizing a specialized team process that functions within the existing court structure. The courts are designed to reduce recidivism and substance use among individuals with substance use disorders. In addition, the court aims to protect public safety and increase the participant's likelihood of successful rehabilitation by utilizing validated risk and need assessments, early and individualized behavioral health treatment, frequent and random chemical testing, incentives, sanctions, and other rehabilitative ancillary services.

For additional information, please contact:

Matthew McManigal, Northeast Nebraska Adult Drug Court Coordinator, 402-371-8568 ext. 233