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Norway Seeks 7-Year Sentence for Crown Prince's Stepson

3/18/2026

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Prosecutors in Norway have requested a sentence of seven years and seven months for Marius Borg Hoiby, the stepson of Crown Prince Haakon, on charges of raping four women and domestic abuse.
The seven-week trial is nearing conclusion and has garnered significant national attention.
Hoiby, 29, denies the most serious allegations but acknowledges lesser offenses.
Prosecutor Sturla Henriksbo stated that Hoiby should be judged based on his actions, not his royal status.
The case has also highlighted Crown Princess Mette-Marit's previous association with Jeffrey Epstein.

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Prosecutors in Norway have requested a sentence of seven years and seven months for Marius Borg Hoiby, the stepson of Crown Prince Haakon, on charges of raping four women and domestic abuse.
The seven-week trial is nearing conclusion and has garnered significant national attention.
Hoiby, 29, denies the most serious allegations but acknowledges lesser offenses.
Prosecutor Sturla Henriksbo stated that Hoiby should be judged based on his actions, not his royal status.
The case has also highlighted Crown Princess Mette-Marit's previous association with Jeffrey Epstein.