Drug Court Testimonials

Stories from individuals, families, and community members whose lives have been impacted by the Fifth Judicial District Adult Drug Court. These testimonials reflect the program’s commitment to accountability, recovery, rehabilitation, and second chances under the leadership of Judge Kim Wanker.

Judge, you taught me how to take responsibility for my actions and to think before I do anything. Thank you this once in a lifetime experience.

DRUG COURT GRADUATE/PROGRAM PARTICIPANT

Kurtis

I want to thank you for believing in me and helping me through Drug Court.

DRUG COURT GRADUATE/PROGRAM PARTICIPANT

Karen

I want to thank you for saving my life.

DRUG COURT GRADUATE/PROGRAM PARTICIPANT

Wendy

Judge Wanker, no arrogance or holier than thou and is truly making a difference in the lives of many fallen individuals in the community.

DRUG COURT GRADUATE/PROGRAM PARTICIPANT

Roxanne

It’s a pleasure and honor to work with you and your well-chosen staff.

DRUG COURT GRADUATE/PROGRAM PARTICIPANT

Nikki

My heart is so full of gratitude. Thank you for bringing my daughter back.

DRUG COURT PARENT/PROGRAM PARTICIPANT’S PARENT

Haylee

I can’t express how much we appreciate everything you did. You always said we are like family, and I didn’t understand that until the end of the program. Thank you.

DRUG COURT GRADUATE/PROGRAM PARTICIPANT

Dan

I will never forget you for bringing me back from where addiction took me.

DRUG COURT GRADUATE/PROGRAM PARTICIPANT

Brian

Always keeping you in my thoughts and prayers with a heart full of gratitude. Thank you for saving my life.

DRUG COURT GRADUATE/PROGRAM PARTICIPANT

Unknown

I absolutely have a life worth living today. None of this would be possible without your program and your belief in me. Thank you.

DRUG COURT PARENT/PROGRAM PARTICIPANT’S PARENT

Jesse E.

Thank you for seeing the potential in me to alter my life. You’ve helped me have a second chance.

DRUG COURT GRADUATE/PROGRAM PARTICIPANT

Casey

You have been a key person along my path and for that I am forever and eternally grateful.

DRUG COURT GRADUATE/PROGRAM PARTICIPANT

Jane

It’s because of great people like you, that makes Pahrump so great! Thank you.

DRUG COURT GRADUATE/PROGRAM PARTICIPANT

Rebecca C.