Son of Norway's crown princess charged with rape, domestic violence
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Marius Borg Hoiby has been charged with 32 criminal offenses, including four counts of rape and domestic violence. Following a yearlong investigation that led to his arrest, he faces up to 10 years in prison if convicted of serious charges. Hoiby intends to deny the rape and domestic violence allegations while pleading guilty to lesser charges. The prosecution has confirmed that he will not receive preferential treatment as a member of the royal family. The trial is anticipated to begin in mid-January and last approximately six weeks.
Marius Borg Hoiby, the son of Crown Princess Mette-Marit, faces 32 criminal charges, including four counts of rape and multiple assault allegations, following a yearlong investigation.
Oslo state attorney Sturla Henriksbo revealed Hoiby could face up to 10 years in prison if convicted of the most serious charges, with the trial expected to begin in mid-January.
Hoiby denies the most serious allegations of rape and domestic violence but plans to plead guilty to some lesser charges when the trial starts.
Despite being a royal family member, the prosecution affirmed that Hoiby will not receive any preferential treatment and will be subjected to the same legal proceedings as any other citizen.
Read at www.aljazeera.com
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