Prosecutors seek more than seven years in jail for son of Norway’s crown princess

March 18, 2026

TL;DR

Prosecutors are seeking a seven-year and seven-month prison sentence for Marius Borg Høiby.
Høiby is accused of 39 offenses, including four rapes, assaults, and drug and driving offenses.
He has pleaded guilty to minor offenses but denies the rape charges.
The trial has attracted considerable media attention, with alleged victims, including Høiby's former partner Nora Haukland, testifying.
The case occurs during a difficult period for Norway's royal family, with Høiby's mother facing scrutiny over her connections to Jeffrey Epstein.
Prosecutors argue Høiby should not receive a penalty discount due to the media attention.
The prosecution requested a ban on Høiby contacting one alleged victim, confiscation of devices, and a driving ban.

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