The 38-year-old, who retired two years ago but remains active in coaching, has been charged with aggravated assault following an incident in north Belfast on 22 September.
He is expected to appear at court in Belfast on 20 October.
Magee won 33 professional contests during his career and was the first opponent to send former world champ Ricky Hatton to the floor.
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Eamonn Magee - the one-time WBU and Commonwealth light-welterweight champ has been charged with assaulting a woman.
Former boxer set to face assault charge
Former boxer Eamonn Magee is set to face an assault charge. The one-time WBU and Commonwealth light-welterweight champ has been charged with assaulting a woman.
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