The step-son of Norway’s Crown Prince Haakon has been sentenced to four years in prison following a conviction on two counts of rape. Marius Borg Høiby, 29, is the eldest son of Crown Princess Mette-Marit from a previous relationship. The Oslo District Court found Høiby guilty of the offenses, details of which have not been widely released to protect the victim’s privacy. The conviction marks a significant and sensitive situation for the Norwegian royal family. Høiby has maintained his innocence and his legal team indicated they will appeal the verdict. The case has drawn considerable media attention in Norway and internationally, given the defendant’s connection to the monarchy.