Prosecutors Seek 7.75 Years for Crown Princess's Son

0:00What's up? This is Global News Today, bringing you the fastest global updates right now. Prosecutors in the trial of Marius Borg-Hoyby have asked for a seven-year and seven-month jail sentence. The 29-year-old son of Norwegian Crown Princess Met Mara faces 39 of 40 charges, including four counts of rape and serious. Assault. He denies the most serious ones but has admitted to lesser offenses like drug possession and traffic violations. The trial at Oslo District Court has run nearly seven weeks since early February and made front-page news every day. Prosecutors wrapped up their case this week, recommending two-year terms for three rape charges and three years for the fourth. They stressed that the women were asleep or incapacitated during the incidents. Hoyby claims all sex was consensual beforehand and says he does not sleep with women who are not awake. Police found videos of three women without their consent, which became key evidence. He partly admitted to assaulting one woman, but denied abuse tied to his ex-girlfriend.

1:03Growing up in the royal family after his mother's marriage in 2001, Hoyby is not a royal member himself. Last week in court, he spoke of intense media pressure, saying he feels like a monster now. The lead prosecutor countered that he is not a monster and should be judged on his actions. The defense began summing up later this week as the three judges prepared to deliberate. Officers expect to reduce sentence for admitted charges, like transporting 3.5 kilograms of marijuana, which alone could mean 11. Months in jail. A verdict is due soon. This episode is brought to you by our sponsor. See the episode description. You know what is better than earbuds in bed? No earbuds at all. S-O-L-I-SoliPillow.com Made in AI