Marius Borg Høiby's Trial: Royal Family's Wait for Verdict

On March 24th, Marius Borg-Hoyby, the son of Norway's Crown Princess Met Marit, will stay behind bars until his verdict comes down in early June.

He's facing 39 charges, including rape and abuse, and has been held since his arrest on February 1st.

His lawyers appealed the detention to the Borguarding Court of Appeal, but that was turned down.

The defense team is now reviewing options for another challenge, though they had little to say beyond noting the decision.

Hyby has pleaded not guilty to most of the serious accusations, like four counts of rape, but admitted to smaller issues, such as a drug offense and violating a restraining order.

Prosecutors are pushing for a sentence of seven years and seven months.

Meanwhile, the Norwegian royal family carried on with duties today, hosting Belgium's King-Felipe and Queen Matilda during a state visit in Oslo.

Princess Meta Marit, dealing with health troubles, surprised everyone by joining Prince Haikon, King Harold, and Queen Sonia at the palace welcome.

As the trial wraps up soon, all eyes remain on the outcome, and what it means for the family moving forward.

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