[kanawa]

I was under the impression there has to be ‘intent’ to be charged with assault.

Is there not some other charge just as serious that would more accurately describe what happened?

[OldMissileer]

I was under the impression there has to be ‘intent’ to be charged with assault.

Is there not some other charge just as serious that would more accurately describe what happened?

He is being charged with assault because it is not only a serious charge but not appropriate for this incident. That way he will get off and not be able to have any real charges filed against him.

[E. Pluribus Unum]

I believe consuming alcohol while carrying shows intent of not giving an Obama.

[PAR35]

It looks like (per a quick google search) that in Colorado, reckless conduct is enough.