Retail tycoon Sir Philip Green has been charged in the United States with four counts of misdemeanour assault.
The charges come after a pilates instructor alleged he repeatedly touched her inappropriately.
The incidents allegedly occurred at the Canyon Ranch luxury resort in Tucson in 2016 and 2018.
Sir Philip, 67, has "strenuously" denied the allegations.
Officials said on Friday that he has been charged with four counts of knowingly touching another person with the intent to injure, insult, or provoke.
Deputy county attorney Lauren Deakin told the Press Association: "Philip Green has been formally charged with four misdemeanour assault counts.
"These are class three misdemeanours.
"Each count has a potential sentence of up to 30 days in the Pima County jail, a fine of not more than $500, and up to one year of probation."
An arraignment date has been set for June 19, she added.
"Sir Philip strenuously denies these allegations and is disappointed that the charges have been filed in his absence and they are minor categories of misdemeanour in the United States," a statement issued by Arcadia said.
"Sir Philip is not personally required to attend before the court at the forthcoming hearing and will be represented by his lawyer.
"Contrary to previous suggestions in the media there is no allegation of any sexual assault or misconduct made by the prosecution."
A spokesman for Sir Philip previously denied the claims and said an investigation by the ranch found nothing against Sir Philip and the matter was dropped.
The charges come just hours after the pensions watchdog told Sir Philip to top up his contribution to Arcadia's pension fund, as 50 stores are set to close, jeopardising hundreds of jobs.
The Pensions Regulator (TPR) is understood to be demanding an additional £50 million contribution to the retirement scheme in exchange for backing the company's restructuring plans.
Arcadia Group owns High Street chains including Topshop, Burton and Dorothy Perkins.
Reporting by Press Association.
