Sarpy County Attorney’s Office

07/29/2026

*For Immediate Release*

July 29, 2026 Press Release on the Arrest and Filing of Charges against Anthony Smith, 38, of Gretna, NE.

07/14/2026

📚🍎 The 11th Annual Back to School Bash is Almost Here! 🍎📚

The Sarpy County Attorney’s Office Juvenile Division will be attending this year’s Back to School Bash at the Sarpy County Juvenile Justice Center, and we hope to see you there!

📅 Thursday, July 30, 2026
🕚 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
📍 9701 Portal Road, La Vista, NE 68128

This free community event offers families a great opportunity to prepare for the upcoming school year with:
🎒 Free school supplies
👕 Free clothing closet
🍔 Food
🛍️ Community vendors and resources

Whether you’re getting ready to send your children back to school or looking to learn more about the resources available in our community, this event has something for everyone.

Stop by and say hello to members of the Sarpy County Attorney’s Office Juvenile Division. We look forward to seeing you on July 30!

07/10/2026

*FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE*

Press Release on July 10, 2026 Sarpy County Jury Trial.

For media inquiries, contact the Sarpy County Attorney’s Office at (402) 593-2230.

07/06/2026

Reminder: These increased court costs of $95.00 will also apply if you choose to take a STOP class for your ticket to be dismissed.

Similarly, if your ticket for no registration or insurance is dismissed, you will still need to pay court costs for that dismissal.

As always, the best way to avoid these cost increases is to slow down and keep your vehicle paperwork up to date.

🚦 A Reminder That Safe Driving Saves More Than Money 🚦

Beginning July 1, 2026, traffic court costs have increased from $49 to $95.

⚠️ Keep in mind: Court costs are separate from the fine associated with the traffic violation, meaning a citation could cost even more than before.

The easiest way to avoid the increased costs?

✅ Slow down.
✅ Buckle up.
✅ Put the phone away.
✅ Obey traffic laws.

Our goal has never been to write more tickets; it's to see fewer crashes, fewer injuries, and more people arriving home safely.

A little extra attention behind the wheel is a lot less expensive than a trip to court.

Drive safely, Bellevue. We appreciate your help in keeping our roads safe for everyone.

06/29/2026

We are continuing to see domestic violence rates rise going into the summer months. No one deserves to be treated this way - but there are substantial resources to help you and your loved ones leave the relationship.

If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, call law enforcement and seek help. The Sarpy County Attorney’s Office and Victim Witness Unit have dedicated attorneys and staff for prosecuting defendants and supporting victims of domestic violence. We are dedicated to serving and protecting you.

People working at the Heartland Family Service Sarpy campus say they are seeing an increase in the number of domestic violence cases going through the courts.

06/26/2026

We’re exceptionally proud to have Trio as a part of our Victim/Witness Unit.

Trio provides essential support to victims experiencing the trauma, stress, or anxiety that comes along with testifying in hearings, depositions, or trials. To victims of crime, that support creates comfort and confidence in the challenging moments of a victim’s participation in a case.

Read more about Trio and the amazing work he does in helping us Seek Justice and Protect the Community below:

Trio and Laramie are golden labs who help crime victims through the difficult process of testifying.

05/30/2026

If you have photos or videos pertaining to last night’s incident in Papillion, please submit them to law enforcement at the below link. This evidence is invaluable to the investigation.

The Sarpy County Attorney’s Office will be coordinating with law enforcement as this investigation continues.

The investigation into last night’s officer-involved shooting is ongoing and is being handled by a multi-agency team, the Sarpy County Force Investigation Team (SCFIT).

We are aware of the abundance of videos captured by citizens on their cellphones and security systems. The Sarpy County Force Investigations Team is asking the public to upload a copy of their videos using the following link or QR code. This will assist greatly in the investigation into this incident.

https://uploads.evidenceanywhere.com/papillionpd/26-8380

05/21/2026

Come join our team! 👇👇👇

Sarpy County Attorney's Office is hiring a Lead Attorney - Criminal Felony! Details about this position include:

▶️Assisting with complex cases and providing training and support within the County Attorney’s Office.
▶️$124,430-$144,449 pay annually.
▶️This position requires four years of experience as an attorney with a governmental agency or six years of experience.

Find out more and apply today! https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sarpycountyne/jobs/5345445/lead-attorney-criminal-felony?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs

05/19/2026

We are so proud of Leonard and all his hard work in our Diversion office. Sarpy County Teen Court is lucky to have you!

A big congratulations to Sarpy County Teen Court! The Omaha Bar Association selected Sarpy County Teen Court as its 2026 Public Service Award winner.

Sarpy Teen Court started in 1995 as a way for youth to help decide the consequences for youth facing offenses like shoplifting, criminal mischief and more. A form of diversion, the program is for actual, first-time juvenile status or law violators.

The prosecuting and defense attorneys, as well as the jury, are also teenagers.

Teen Coordinator Leonard Matthias, pictured, said the program been a great pathway for teens to become law students.

The award was one of several handed out as part of Omaha Law Day 2026. The public service award goes to those who have enhanced the public’s knowledge of the law or legal system, among other criteria.

https://www.sarpy.gov/m/newsflash/home/detail/453

05/08/2026

As warmer weather arrives, more kids are riding e-bikes, mini bikes, dirt bikes, and other motorized vehicles. Parents should be aware that many motorized vehicles are not allowed in parks, trails, green spaces, vacant lots, construction areas, or private property without permission due to safety concerns and potential property damage.

Not all battery-powered bikes qualify as legal e-bikes. True e-bikes have working pedals and meet specific speed and motor requirements, while many popular models without pedals are legally considered motor-driven vehicles that may require registration, insurance, and a driver’s license. Understanding these differences helps families keep kids safe, avoid citations, and ensures community safety.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: A Parent’s Guide to E-Bikes, Electric Motorcycles, Mini Bikes, and Dirt Bikes

With warmer weather here, we are seeing more kids out enjoying the outdoors on e-bikes, mini bikes, dirt bikes, and other motorized rides. We love seeing young people active and outside, but we also want to help families make sure those rides are being used safely and in the right places.

Motorized vehicles are not allowed in certain places, including many parks, trails, green spaces, vacant lots, construction areas, or private property without permission. Riding in those areas can create safety concerns, damage property, and may result in citations.

Not every battery-powered "bike" is legally an e-bike! A true e-bike generally has functional pedals for human propulsion and must meet certain motor and speed requirements.

Many of the battery-powered bikes being marketed online or in stores today have no pedals at all, only foot pegs -- these are generally NOT e-bikes. In many cases, they are much more like electric motorcycles or other motor-driven vehicles under the law.

That distinction matters because those vehicles may require:
• registration and license plates
• insurance
• a valid driver’s license
• equipment required for lawful street use

Likewise, dirt bikes, mini bikes, and many electric bikes with only foot pegs are generally not intended for sidewalks, parks, trails, or other public spaces.

Many of these vehicles are marketed in ways that can be confusing, especially online. A little research before buying one, or before allowing it to be ridden around town, can go a long way.

Our goal is education, prevention, and community safety. We want kids to enjoy being outside, and we want to help families avoid injuries, property damage, and unnecessary citations.

Thank you for helping us keep Papillion safe, welcoming, and family-friendly as we head into summer.