Lemoore Violent Crime Lawyer

Lemoore Violent Crime Attorney

You were arrested, and now everything feels uncertain. Your job might be gone by Monday. Your family does not know what to tell people. You keep replaying what happened, wondering how one bad moment turned into a felony charge that could take years of your life.

Don’t wait to see what happens next. If you or a loved one has been arrested, you need to contact an experienced Lemoore violent crime lawyer immediately.

Carlos Navarrete spent 16 years as a Deputy District Attorney in Kings County before he started defending people accused of violent crimes, and he has taken more than 80 cases to jury trial. As an Criminal Defense Lawyer, he has sat on both sides of the same courtroom your case will move through and knows exactly how the state builds a case like yours. That kind of insider knowledge changes what is possible for your defense, especially in the first few days after an arrest, when the most important decisions get made.

Contact us and tell us what happened. We will lay out your options clearly and start working on your defense right away. Se habla español.

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Violent Crime Charges We Defend in Lemoore and Kings County

Violent crime charges cover a wide range of situations, and the label prosecutors use often does not match what happened between the people involved. Whether you were part of a physical altercation that got out of hand, or you’re facing charges from an incident that didn’t happen the way police reported it, we defend clients across Lemoore and the surrounding area.

Our violent crime defense attorney in Lemoore can help you with a range of charges, including:

• Assault with a deadly weapon
• Robbery
• Domestic violence involving injury
• Criminal threats
• Assault causing great bodily injury

Each of these charges carries its own exposure and its own defenses, and the right strategy starts with understanding exactly what the state has to prove against you before your case ever gets near a jury.

What a Violent Crime Conviction Costs You

Each offense listed above may be filed as a felony that can carry state prison time, immigration consequences, and a permanent record. Even when charged as a misdemeanor, the costs are still high.

Assault with a deadly weapon shows the pattern clearly:

Local prosecutors do not slow down just because a case is complicated, and neither should your defense. How your case is handled in the first few days often decides what happens for years afterward. Your Lemoore criminal defense attorney can explain the charges against you and what a conviction might mean for your future.

This reflects California law as of July 2026.

What Happens After a Violent Crime Arrest in Lemoore

After an arrest in Lemoore, your case moves through a few key steps before it ever reaches a jury:

• Arraignment: Your case is heard at Kings County Superior Court in Hanford, where a judge reads the charges against you
• Bail decision: The judge decides whether you wait for trial at home with your family, or in county jail
• Early defense work: We review the evidence and the charging decision before the state has time to build its case further

If you work at Naval Air Station Lemoore, an arrest can put more than your freedom at risk. Active-duty service members and military spouses often face a second threat on top of the criminal case: a security clearance or a military career that a conviction could end.

Waiting even a few days to get an attorney involved can close doors that were still open the day you were arrested.

Frequently Asked Questions About Violent Crime Law

Why does it matter that my attorney used to be a prosecutor?

It may. Carlos Navarrete spent 16 years as a Deputy District Attorney here, including in the same office that will prosecute your case. He knows how prosecutors weigh evidence and decide what to file, because he made those calls himself for a decade and a half before he started defending people instead. That means he does not have to guess what the prosecutor assigned to your case may be thinking.

Do I need a lawyer if I have only been arrested, not charged yet?

Yes. Charging decisions are often made in the days right after an arrest, and what you say or do during that window can shape which charges get filed. Getting a lawyer involved immediately gives you the best chance to influence that decision while it is still being made.

What happens at my first court date at Kings County Superior Court?

Your arraignment is held at Kings County Superior Court in Hanford, where the charges against you are read and bail is addressed. We appear with you at this hearing so your rights are protected from the very first moment your case is in front of a judge.

How much does a violent crime defense cost?

Cost depends on the charge, the evidence, and whether your case is likely to go to trial. Contact us for a confidential consultation, and we will walk you through what your specific situation involves before you commit to anything.

Will a violent crime charge affect my job if I work at Naval Air Station Lemoore?

It can. A violent felony conviction can put a security clearance, an enlistment, or a civilian position tied to Naval Air Station Lemoore at risk, which is one more reason to get your defense started right away instead of waiting to see what happens.

What if I already gave a statement to police?

An earlier statement does not decide your case. We review exactly what was said, how it was obtained, and whether it can be challenged, and we build your defense around the full picture rather than just what is in the police report. That is true whether the statement helps your case or hurts it, and it is one of the first things we look at when we take on a new case.

Consult With a Lemoore Violent Crime Defense Lawyer Who Has Been on Both Sides

An arrest for a violent crime does not have to define what comes next. Carlos Navarrete has spent his career on both sides of the courtroom here in the Central Valley, and he knows what it takes to build a real defense starting on day one. He has taken more than 80 cases to trial, and he brings that same preparation to every case he takes on.

Contact us today to schedule a confidential consultation and find out where your case stands. Se habla español.