Lil Nas X pleads not guilty to assaulting police officers

Entertainment Nov 18, 2025

Lil Nas X, the Grammy-winning rapper behind "Old Town Road," has pleaded not guilty to four felony charges after an August incident where he allegedly assaulted police officers who found him naked.
He missed an earlier court date due to inpatient treatment, and his next hearing is set for March 12.

What's at stake and how he's handling it

He's facing three counts of battery on a police officer and one count of resisting arrest—if convicted, he could get up to five years in prison. His lawyer says they're hopeful about the outcome.
Lil Nas X's dad has shared that his son feels remorseful and is committed to getting help.