MACOMB COUNTY, Mich. – A Macomb County Circuit Court judge has granted a former high school wrestling referee and coach permission to attend a middle school graduation ceremony, despite a pending felony criminal case against him.
Court records show Stephen Livings, 43, of Roseville, waived arraignment in Macomb County Circuit Court.
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Defense counsel received a copy of the information, and the court entered a not guilty plea on his behalf.
The case was adjourned until July 23, 2026.
According to an online court entry, Livings’ attorney filed a motion requesting permission for him to attend a graduation ceremony at JFK Middle School.
The court granted the request, allowing Livings to attend with his wife from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. on June 8.
The order provides a limited exception while Livings remains subject to court-imposed conditions as his case proceeds through the judicial system.
Livings was arrested by Warren police in December and is facing felony charges of using a computer to commit a crime and accosting a child for immoral purposes.
Both charges carry potential penalties of up to 10 years in prison if convicted.
Authorities have not publicly disclosed whether the child involved in the case participated in wrestling programs.
Livings has denied the allegations through his not guilty plea.
Referee suspended following charges
Livings has served as a wrestling referee for the Michigan High School Athletic Association since 2020 and has also coached middle school wrestling.
During that time, he officiated numerous events across southeast Michigan, including the state wrestling championships held at Ford Field in 2024 and 2025.
Following disclosure of the charges, Livings was immediately and indefinitely suspended from officiating activities. The MHSAA requires background checks for all registered officials and maintains standards that can disqualify individuals from serving as referees.
Court records indicate that Livings remains free on bond as the criminal case proceeds.
The next hearing is scheduled for July 23 in Macomb County Circuit Court.
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