Marius Borg Høiby, the son of the Norwegian Crown Princess, has filed a request for his release from custody ahead of his trial. He was arrested and taken into custody just a day before the proceedings were to start. His lawyer, Ellen Holager Andenæs, confirmed that a formal request for his release has been submitted to the Oslo District Court, indicating that the decision will be handled in writing.

The prosecution has acknowledged receiving the request but has indicated that they will not be releasing him voluntarily, as they believe the conditions for his continued detention are still valid. Police attorney Andreas Kruszewski explained that the matter will be forwarded to the Oslo District Court for further consideration since the court had recently determined that there were sufficient grounds for Høiby’s custody. This development comes shortly after serious allegations against him were raised, which include charges of violence and threatening behavior involving a knife towards a woman with whom he had a restraining order in effect.

Høiby is facing significant legal challenges as he approaches a serious trial, where he is accused of violent behavior among other charges. The fact that these allegations are tied to a person protected by a restraining order adds a layer of complexity to the case. This situation not only impacts Høiby’s legal standing but also places him in the public eye due to his royal connections, adding social implications to his ongoing legal troubles.