Chris Brown is released after pleading 'not guilty' as assault charge is reduced to misdemeanour

Chris Brown has had his assault charge reduced from a felony to a misdemeanour.
The singer was arrested outside a five star hotel in Washington, D.C. on Sunday morning after he allegedly punched a man and broke his nose.
According to TMZ Brown pleaded not guilty and was released from custody without bail, and he was pictured smiling as he left court on Monday.
The website also reports that the 24-year-old has been ordered to stay 100 yards away from the alleged victim.
While it is not yet clear why Brown’s charge was reduced, TMZ reports it may be because the injuries were minor.
The victim apparently claims Brown broke his nose but according to the publication, the police have stated that the man was treated for a fractured nasal bone.
The original police report allegedly stated that it was Brown’s bodyguard who threw the punch, but the bodyguard's charge has also been reduced to a misdemeanour.

Chris Brown Arrested for Assault

Chris Brown was arrested this morning for felony assault after attacking a man outside a Washington DC hotel ...

From TMZ
Law enforcement sources tell TMZ ... Brown got into an argument with a man outside the W Hotel at 15th and K and allegedly began punching him. The incident occurred at about 4:30 AM.
Our law enforcement sources say Brown did not appear to be under the influence of anything at the time of the incident.
Brown is currently in custody. As for the other person, we're told he's being evaluated at a D.C. hospital. Sources say he's claiming injury.
Brown is still on probation in the Rihanna beating case and this could be grounds for violating his probation -- which means he could be sentenced to prison for nearly 4 years ... worst case scenario for him.