“Assault” is a threat or attempt to harm someone. “Battery” is actually physical contact. Being “charged” in this context is being officially given criminal consequences, where you will have a court date and go to trial (or make a plea deal before trial).
As a non-native speaker, I was confused about the battery charging.
“Assault” is a threat or attempt to harm someone. “Battery” is actually physical contact. Being “charged” in this context is being officially given criminal consequences, where you will have a court date and go to trial (or make a plea deal before trial).