Buffalo County Adult Drug Court is set to celebrate its latest graduation on Tuesday, July 16, 2024. The event will take place at 10:00 a.m. in Courtroom 1 of the Buffalo County Courthouse, located at 1512 Central Avenue in Kearney, Nebraska. Judge John Marsh will preside over the ceremony.
The graduation marks the completion of an intensive program that includes comprehensive behavioral health treatment, community supervision, and full accountability for nonviolent drug-related offenders. Problem-solving courts like this one offer an alternative route through the criminal justice system, utilizing a specialized team process within the existing court structure. These courts aim to reduce recidivism and substance use among individuals with substance use disorders by providing early and individualized treatment, frequent chemical testing, incentives, sanctions, and other rehabilitative services.
For interviews or additional information about the event, interested parties are encouraged to contact Susan Huber, Problem Solving Court Coordinator, at 308-627-2579. Media credentials are preferred for court access.
Further details about problem-solving courts can be found on their official webpage: https://supremecourt.nebraska.gov/courts/problem-solving-courts.
The Nebraska judicial system operates under the administrative direction of the Supreme Court and includes various courts such as district courts and county courts. Additionally, there are separate juvenile courts in Douglas, Lancaster, and Sarpy Counties as well as a statewide Workers’ Compensation Court.