Lil Nas X Makes Court Appearance, Sends Message to Fans

Grammy-winning musician Lil Nas X, whose legal name is Montero Hill, appears in court for a preliminary hearing on four felony charges at Los Angeles Superior Court - Van Nuys Courthouse East on March 12, 2026 in Van Nuys, California. Daniel Cole-Pool/Getty Images Trending on Billboard Lil Nas X was back in Los Angeles Superior Court on Thursday (March 12) for his felony police battery case. According to Rolling Stone, the “Old Town Road” artist’s attorney, Christy O’Connor, said she would file a motion to delay the case so that Lil Nas X’s team could have the legal matter transferred to a diversion program. If that happens, the charges could be dropped altogether if Lil Nas X (Montero Lamar Hill) completes an agreed-upon treatment program. Related Lil Nas X in Treatment Following Police Attack Charges: ‘A Bump That He’s Gonna Get Over’ Rachel Scharf Lil Nas X is expected to be back in court on April 6. The Grammy winner made a brief statement to reporters outside the Van Nuys courthouse on Thursday, but didn’t field any questions surrounding the case. “All I wanted to say is to my fans, I really love, and I miss you, and I appreciate your support so much, and I can’t wait to be back hugging you guys,” he said. “You guys, have a good day.” Before leaving the courthouse area, according to Dillon, Lil Nas X encountered a street entertainer, who played Radiohead’s “Lucky” on guitar — leading Lil Nas to tip him $100. The 26-year-old was arrested in the early hours of Aug. 21 after being found walking in traffic in Los Angeles’ Studio City neighborhood. Authorities allege that a struggle ensued when police attempted to apprehend Lil Nas X, which led to three officers being injured. The rapper was charged with resisting an officer and three counts of battery. He was hospitalized following the altercation, which saw him allegedly charge officers on the scene. He’s since pleaded not guilty to the charges, but faces a maximum of five years behind bars if convicted. Back in September, Lil Nas’ attorneys revealed he was a patient in a facility outside of California. On the music side, Lil Nas released his Days Before Dreamboy EP last March and is slated to drop his Dreamboy album later in 2026. Daily newsletters straight to your inbox Sign Up Leave a Comment Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked * Name * Email * Website Post Comment More From Pro Legal News Lil Nas X Makes Court Appearance in Battery Case & Sends Message to Fans: ‘Can’t Wait to Be Back Hugging You Guys’ 53 seconds ago Michael Saponara Touring VENU Raises $86 Million Through Stock Offering 2 hrs ago Elizabeth Dilts Marshall Record Labels Feid Launches Record Label Grabaciones Los Poderosos: ‘It’s Always Been an Ambition of Mine’  4 hrs ago Jessica Roiz Exclusive Record Labels Concord Acquires Ninja Tune, Adding Iconic Dance Catalog and Publishing Arm 4 hrs ago Katie Bain Business News Billboard’s Music Industry Events Calendar 4 hrs ago Chris Eggertsen See All News