The son of Norway's Crown Princess set for trial indicted on 38 charges

The eldest son of Norway's crown princess will go on trial Tuesday on multiple charges including rape, a high-profile case that has been an embarrassment for the royal family.

Marius Borg Hoiby, 29, is facing the Oslo district court after being indicted in August following a lengthy investigation.

The indictment includes 38 counts, among them rape, abuse in a close relationship against one former partner, acts of violence against another and transporting 3.5 kilos of marijuana. Other charges include making death threats and traffic violations.

Prosecutors have said the 29-year-old could face up to 10 years in prison if convicted at the trial, which is expected to last until mid-March.