UPDATE: Man Jailed for "Stolen" Legal Gun

Published on March 3, 2026
Duration: 4:37

This video details the arrest of Maddox Livingston in New Roads, Louisiana, for alleged possession of a stolen firearm, which was later proven to be legally purchased. The incident highlights potential issues within the New Roads Police Department, including improper procedure (using a patent number instead of a serial number) and a lack of bodycam usage. Livingston has since filed a lawsuit against the department and specific officers, alleging false arrest and improper training.

Quick Summary

Maddox Livingston was arrested in New Roads, Louisiana, for minor traffic violations and possession of a firearm. Officers mistakenly identified his legally purchased gun as stolen by using the patent number instead of the serial number. After 20 hours in jail, charges were dropped when FFL paperwork proved legal ownership. Livingston has since filed a lawsuit alleging false arrest and police misconduct.

Chapters

  1. 00:09Maddox Livingston arrest in New Roads
  2. 00:37DA Refuses Charges After 20 Hours
  3. 00:52WAFB report and New Roads PD
  4. 01:08Broader investigation and Corruption
  5. 01:32Livingston Files Lawsuit Against Department
  6. 01:51Details of the Police Stop
  7. 02:15Patent Number used Instead of Serial
  8. 02:37Lawsuit Claims, No Bodycams
  9. 04:00Felony arrest on record

Frequently Asked Questions

What happened to Maddox Livingston in New Roads, Louisiana?

Maddox Livingston was arrested for a burnt-out headlight and no license plate light. He informed officers he was armed, and they disarmed him. They mistakenly identified his legally purchased firearm as stolen by running the patent number instead of the serial number, leading to his arrest.

Why were charges dropped against Maddox Livingston?

The District Attorney refused to press charges after Livingston's family provided paperwork from an FFL proving he had legally purchased the firearm. He had been jailed for 20 hours before the DA's decision.

What are the main claims in Maddox Livingston's lawsuit?

The lawsuit against the New Roads PD and officers Kyle Powell and Quinzy Lathers claims false arrest and imprisonment, lack of probable cause, failure to exercise reasonable care, and inadequate training and supervision of officers regarding stolen firearms and probable cause procedures.

What procedural errors did the officers make during the stop?

The arresting officers reportedly used the firearm's patent number instead of its serial number to check its status in law enforcement databases (NCIC and LLETS), incorrectly concluding it was stolen. Additionally, officers were allegedly not wearing body cameras, contrary to policy.

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