By Allison Peck | North Platte Post
Lincoln County, Ne. - A North Platte man charged in a case involving allegations against children has entered a plea agreement, according to Lincoln County District Court records.
Thirty-six-year-old Daniel Navarrette pled no contest to three counts of felony child abuse during a recent court appearance. A no-contest plea means the defendant does not admit guilt but accepts conviction and sentencing as if he had entered a guilty plea.
Court records show the plea agreement resolves a larger case initially filed against Navarrette. As part of the agreement, multiple additional charges were dismissed with prejudice, meaning those charges cannot be refiled in the case.
Navarrette was originally arrested following an investigation that led to several felony charges related to alleged offenses involving children. The specific details surrounding the allegations were not discussed during the plea hearing and are not outlined in publicly available court summaries.
Felony child abuse convictions in Nebraska can carry significant penalties, including prison time, depending on the severity of the offense and the circumstances of the case. Sentencing is scheduled for March 9 in Lincoln County District Court, where a judge will determine Navarrette’s punishment.
Court records indicate Navarrette remains subject to sentencing conditions set by the court. No victim information has been released, and cases involving alleged crimes against minors are typically handled with restricted public detail to protect those involved.
Further proceedings will take place at the sentencing hearing.