Feb 10 • 08:00 UTC 🇳🇴 Norway Aftenposten

Lofoten woman on filming: - If I had been asked, I would have said no

A woman involved in the trial against Marius Borg Høiby expresses that she would have refused to be filmed without her consent.

During the ongoing trial against Marius Borg Høiby, a woman testified about an incident where she was filmed without her knowledge while she was asleep. She described the experience as 'very unfair' and emphasized that had she been asked, she would have undoubtedly said no to being recorded. This revelation is part of a broader case where Høiby faces charges of inappropriate sexual behavior towards the woman in question.

The trial includes critical evidence, such as a five-second video found on Høiby's phone, which allegedly shows the woman in a compromising situation. During questioning, the woman clarifies that she was not aware of the filming at all, underscoring the invasive nature of the act. The courtroom proceedings are being closely monitored, with Aftenposten providing live updates on the trial as it unfolds, highlighting public interest in the case and the issues of consent it raises.

This case not only addresses the legalities surrounding consent but also raises profound questions about privacy and respect in intimate relationships. The broader implications of this trial may lead to increased awareness and discussions surrounding sexual consent in Norway, as societal attitudes toward such incidents continue to evolve. As the legal process continues, the outcomes may influence future cases and the way similar issues are handled in the legal system.

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