March 31, 2026 3:40 a.m.  

The H.O.P.E. Adult Drug Court will celebrate its 112th graduation ceremony Tuesday night at the Douglas County Fairgrounds.

A Douglas County Circuit Court release said the event will begin at 5:15 p.m. in the Cascade Conference Hall. It will be presided over by the Honorable Judge Robert Johnson who leads the adult drug court program.

Judge Johnson said, “These ceremonies remind us what recover looks life in real life. It takes hard work, accountability, and support. Drug court is built on the belief that people can change when they are given the structure, treatment, and encouragement needed to transform lives.”

Drug courts have demonstrated measurable success both locally and nationwide. By focusing on treatment and accountability, these programs significantly reduce repeat offenses and strengthen public safety. In 2025, four local graduation ceremonies produced 20 graduates, resulting in over $4.22 million in additional taxpayer savings.

This graduation’s guest speaker is Jason Cornutt. He was a graduate of the 105th H.O.P.E. Drug Court program and is now a dedicated peer mentor with Adapt Integrated Health Care. Through determination and growth, he has turned his life around and now helps others navigate their own recovery journeys.

The ceremony is open to the public.