10/15/2026
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As corrections and police officers, we handle mental health crises and dangerous criminals every shift with professionalism. We did not sign up to be strangled, bitten, beaten, or have bodily fluids thrown in our faces. That’s not a “workplace nuance.” It’s a violent crime.
Hearing Director Myers argue against tougher penalties for attacking his own staff made us sick. It shows how completely disconnected he is from the people he leads. He claims officers “choose” whether to press charges and often don’t. Charging an inmate who assaults staff should be automatic and not left up to the officer who just got assaulted.
Only one leader in this article is standing up for the people protecting their communities: Sheriff Hanson. While candidate Martinez criticizes him for moving too fast, we agree with Hanson’s challenge. “Name the arrests you think were inappropriate.”
Every FOP lodge and Officer in Nebraska stands with our corrections family at Douglas County Corrections and other correctional facilities in Nebraska. Sheriff Hanson’s response makes it clear why we support him.
DCDC staff and all members of Lodge 8: Even if your director doesn’t have your backs, the Nebraska State Lodge does.