"The artist, whose legal name is Montero Lamar Hill, has pleaded not guilty to three counts of battery with injury on a police officer and one felony count of resisting an executive officer during the August incident. During a court hearing in the case on Monday, attorneys for Hill told Los Angeles county Judge Shellie Samuels that the Grammy-winning musician was receiving in-patient treatment out of state."
"His legal team confirmed the development after the hearing, telling the magazine that we're addressing those issues and this is a bump that he's going to get over. We're doing what is best for Montero from a personal standpoint and a professional standpoint, but most importantly, for his well-being, attorney Drew Findling said. He is surrounded by an amazing family, an amazing team of people that care about him and love him."
Montero Lamar Hill, known professionally as Lil Nas X, was arrested in August after allegedly walking in his underwear and charging at police officers in Studio City, injuring three officers. He has pleaded not guilty to three counts of battery with injury on a police officer and one felony count of resisting an executive officer. Attorneys told a Los Angeles court that he is receiving in-patient treatment out of state and that he may remain there while in treatment. His legal team emphasized addressing his issues and prioritizing his personal and professional well-being. He faces up to five years in prison if convicted.
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