Lil Nas X's felony assault charges may be dismissed after mental health program completion
In California, a judge has allowed rapper Lil Nas X to participate in a mental health diversion program. This comes after his August arrest for assaulting police while almost naked in Los Angeles. If Montero Lamar Hill completes the program and stays out of trouble for two years, his charges could be dropped. He was apprehended on Ventura Boulevard, wearing just his underwear and cowboy boots, and is up against charges of assault and resisting arrest. After being diagnosed with bipolar disorder, he spent two months in an Arizona facility. Judge Alan Schneider noted Hill's "aberrant" behavior but acknowledged his treatment progress. Post-hearing, Hill said, "I'm thankful. Just very thankful." A conviction could land him five years in prison.
Key facts
- Lil Nas X (Montero Lamar Hill) was granted entry into a mental health diversion program by a California judge
- Charges may be dismissed if he completes the program and obeys laws for two years
- He was arrested in August for attacking police officers while wandering nearly naked in Los Angeles
- The arrest occurred on Ventura Boulevard where he wore only underwear and cowboy boots
- He was diagnosed with bipolar disorder following the incident
- Judge Alan Schneider described his arrest behavior as "aberrant from his normal conduct"
- Hill spent two months in an Arizona treatment facility after his arrest
- He faces up to five years in prison if convicted on felony charges
Entities
Artists
- Lil Nas X
- Montero Hill
- Montero Lamar Hill
Institutions
- Rolling Stone
- BBC News
- Times
Locations
- California
- Los Angeles
- Ventura Boulevard
- Arizona