Nebraska’s quarterly vacancy report prompted a news story in the Nebraska Examiner outlining staff shortages in the Judicial Branch. The article uses Omaha County Court as an example and discusses Branch efforts to recruit employees and compensate employees effectively. Read Nebraska Examiner...
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...
Nebraska Supreme Court to Hold Court Session at Papillion High School Following Creighton Law School
Papillion-La Vista Senior High School has invited Chief Justice Mike Heavican and the Supreme Court to hold oral arguments at the school on the afternoon of March 29, 2023. The visit marks the first time the Supreme Court has held arguments in Papillion, where Chief Justice Michael Heavican began...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...