The Crown Prosecution Service announced on Wednesday that the England skipper, who has maintained his innocence and his determination to clear his name, will be put before magistrates over the alleged abuse during a Premier League game in October.
Terry will also face a Football Association investigation, while a first criminal hearing is scheduled to take place in London in February of next year.
'In this particular case I would support John, even if he was found guilty,' Villas-Boas told reporters ahead of the Blues' clash with Tottenham Hotspur.
'He has my full backing, and the club have that backing for him too. The fact that he can be charged doesn’t mean he is guilty.
'I will be really supportive of John whatever the outcome of the situation.
'He represents this club to a maximum level and we’re very grateful to have a player of his quality in our team, in what he represents in terms of history and achievements at the club.
'We know exactly his human values and personality, so we will support him whatever happens. But I’ve not the right to say that their justice is wrong.'
Villas-Boas added that he was unconcerned with suggestions that the charge might affect Terry's form on the pitch.
'I at least try and have conversations with players, but JT has been telling me he is in the right frame of mind,' he said.
'He’s shown that with good performances. When people give me the OK and show fantastic commitment, then you know they are right.
'His commitment is unshaken and he will remain central to my thinking. I don’t doubt his integrity as a person.
'He’s been representing this club for a long time with tremendous success.'
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