Lil Nas X Seeks Plea Deal in Felony Case

Lil Nas X, whose legal name is Montero Hill, appeared in court on Thursday as his legal team requested a delay to pursue a diversion program for his felony police battery case. His lawyer indicated that an expert report is pending to support this request, which could lead to the dismissal of charges upon successful completion of treatment or rehabilitation.

Hill was arrested on August 21, 2025, after police responded to a call and encountered him reportedly walking nude in traffic. Prosecutors allege that the rapper assaulted three responding officers during his arrest. He faces three counts of battery with injury on a police officer and one count of resisting an executive officer, pleading not guilty to all charges and facing a potential five-year prison sentence.

Following his arrest and a weekend in jail, Hill described the experience as "terrifying" on social media. Earlier, in mid-September, his lawyers stated he was undergoing treatment at an out-of-state facility, with the details of his care being sealed by the judge. His father, Robert Stafford, spoke about the immense pressure Hill faced as an artist and provider, suggesting the incident might be a turning point for his mental stability.