Entertainment · 12 March 2026

Lil Nas X Lawyer Wants Police Battery Case Diverted

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Lil Nas X faces up to five years in state prison if convicted, but his felony police battery charges could be dismissed. His lawyer, Christy O’Connor, went to court on Thursday, asking for a delay to file a motion for a diversion programme. The 26-year-old was arrested August 21, 2025, after allegedly assaulting three police officers.

By BriefTea Editorial · 12 March 2026 at 19:21

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