OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — Nebraska’s first problem-solving court for military veterans has graduated its first four participants to complete the program.

The Douglas County Veterans Treatment Court held a ceremony Wednesday honoring the graduates and dismissing their felony charges. The graduates were facing prison sentences before entering the diversion program.

The court requires participants to adhere to a strict regimen of keeping a job, treating addiction, paying restitution and frequently meeting with the judge. It’s the first of its kind to be funded by Nebraska lawmakers.

Larry Hart is one of the graduates. He says his program included addiction recovery and treatment for post-traumatic stress disorder.

District Judge Mark Ashford oversees the court. He says he’s glad Nebraska funded the court because PTSD and substance abuse are pervasive among veterans.