For the adult-addicted population, Noble established a Drug Court Program that is nationally recognized for its innovation and success. In partnership with the local police department, it requires addicted defendants to obtain drug treatment and to be held accountable through a program of review and graduated sanctions. One of Noble's proudest moments was receiving the Robert Strauss Award, presented by the State Justice Department's Division of Substance Abuse in recognition of her work with drug-addicted defendants. She is the only judge ever to be given the award. At every opportunity Noble reminds the people before her bench that life offers choices.
Every action has a reaction.
In a court of law or in life, you must choose your path. What you choose today determines what your tomorrow will be. A fitting philosophy for a judge who sees herself as both an enforcer of the law as well as a purveyor of justice. A fitting philosophy for a woman who knows firsthand the importance of taking the helm to steer one's own course in life.