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.