Norway royal scandal: Son of crown princess charged with 4 counts of rape, 28 other offences

Marius Borg Høiby, the 28-year-old son of Norway's Crown Princess Mette-Marit and stepson to Crown Prince Haakon, heir to the throne, has been charged with 32 offences, including four counts of rape. According to reports, he is expected to stand trial next year. If found guilty, he can face jail for up to 10 years.

Norway's Marius Borg Hoiby (2ndL) standing next to Norway's Crown Prince Haakon (R), Norway's Crown Princess Mette-Marit (2ndR). (AFP)

“The maximum penalty for the offences listed in the indictment is imprisonment of up to 10 years," public prosecutor Sturla Henriksbo said, reported CBS News.