Chris Brown Pleads Not Guilty 

Chris Brown entered a plea of not guilty to the charges of felony assault and making criminal threats. Brown showed up to the courthouse almost a half an hour late.

Rihanna was no where in sight. Sources inside the courtroom say Chris Brown’s mother spent the entire preliminary hearing either in tears or praying for her 19-year-old son. We’re told a handful of friends and four bodyguards were also there to show support for Brown.

Brown’s lawyers are said to be working out a plea deal with the L.A. District Attorney’s office, as they are trying to avoid a court case.

When asked about a plea deal on Monday, Rihanna’s lawyer said, “I believe there are efforts by all parties involved to resolve this case expeditiously. That would be beneficial to everyone. Rihanna would be pleased if this case were resolved quickly and fairly.”

The next hearing is scheduled for April 29th.