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Crown Princess’s Son Faces 38 Charges, Including Rape

2/10/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Marius Borg Høiby, son of Crown Princess Mette-Marit, faces 38 charges in Oslo, including four counts of rape.
On February 10, a second alleged victim testified that after consensual sex she awoke to Høiby assaulting her; prosecutors presented video evidence.
Høiby denied the allegations, stating that all encounters were consensual.
If convicted, he faces up to 16 years in prison; the case has sparked controversy for the Norwegian monarchy.

History

Historical Context

In 2001, Crown Prince Haakon of Norway married Mette-Marit, a single mother with a controversial past, prompting over 60% of Norwegians to disapprove. This scrutiny reflects historical tensions surrounding the monarchy's public perception, echoing past royal scandals. As the monarchy faces new allegations against Marius Borg Høiby, its future relevance in Norwegian society remains uncertain.

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Story summary

Marius Borg Høiby, son of Crown Princess Mette-Marit, faces 38 charges in Oslo, including four counts of rape.
On February 10, a second alleged victim testified that after consensual sex she awoke to Høiby assaulting her; prosecutors presented video evidence.
Høiby denied the allegations, stating that all encounters were consensual.
If convicted, he faces up to 16 years in prison; the case has sparked controversy for the Norwegian monarchy.

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