On Tuesday, May 28, 2024, Dodge County will celebrate the graduation of its Drug Court participants. The ceremony, presided over by Judge Geoffrey C. Hall, will take place at 3:45 p.m., following the Drug Court session at the Dodge County Courthouse District Court Room.
The graduation marks a significant milestone for problem-solving court graduates who have completed an intensive program of comprehensive behavioral health treatment, intensive community supervision, and full accountability. Problem-solving courts offer an alternative route through the criminal justice system for nonviolent drug-related offenders. These courts utilize a specialized team process within the existing court structure to reduce recidivism and substance use among individuals with substance use disorders.
The goal of these courts is to protect public safety and increase the participant's likelihood of successful rehabilitation. This is achieved by utilizing validated risk and need assessments, early and individualized behavioral health treatment, frequent and random chemical testing, incentives, sanctions, and other rehabilitative and ancillary services.
For interviews or additional information about this event or the Drug Court program in general, please contact Jerred Brandon, Drug Court Coordinator at 402-719-0155.
This celebration is an Adult Drug Court graduation. For more information about this and other problem-solving courts in Nebraska, visit the Problem-Solving Court webpage.
The Constitution of the State of Nebraska distributes the judicial power of the state among the Supreme Court, Court of Appeals, district courts, and county courts. All state courts operate under the administrative direction of the Supreme Court. In addition to these constitutionally created courts, Nebraska's judicial system includes separate juvenile courts located in Douglas, Lancaster, and Sarpy Counties as well as a statewide Workers’ Compensation Court.