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Norway's Crown Princess Son Faces 38 Charges in Trial

1/31/2026

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Marius Borg Høiby, the son of Norway’s Crown Princess Mette-Marit, faces 38 charges including rape and assault as his trial begins.
The allegations date back to 2018.
Crown Princess Mette-Marit and Crown Prince Haakon will not attend the trial to focus on their official duties.
If convicted, Høiby could face up to 16 years in prison.
The royal family says Høiby will not receive special treatment under the law.

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Marius Borg Høiby, the son of Norway’s Crown Princess Mette-Marit, faces 38 charges including rape and assault as his trial begins.
The allegations date back to 2018.
Crown Princess Mette-Marit and Crown Prince Haakon will not attend the trial to focus on their official duties.
If convicted, Høiby could face up to 16 years in prison.
The royal family says Høiby will not receive special treatment under the law.