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Stuart Hogg sentenced and fined in domestic violence case

Stuart Hogg, the former Scotland international, now tv rugby pundit, looks on during the Gallagher Premiership Rugby match between Leicester Tigers and Northampton Saints at Mattioli Woods Welford Road Stadium on November 18, 2023 in Leicester, England. (Photo by David Rogers/Getty Images)

Former Scotland rugby captain Stuart Hogg has been sentenced to one year of community service after being convicted of domestic violence against his ex-wife.

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The decision followed Hogg’s guilty plea in November to a charge of domestic abuse against his ex-wife, Gillian Hogg, spanning five years. Hogg admitted to shouting, swearing, sending alarming messages, and tracking her movements using a mobile app.

The court’s decision, outlined a pattern of abusive behaviour over several years. Hogg had admitted to a single incident of harassment but denied further allegations.

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    The indictment alleged that Hogg tracked his ex-wife’s movements via the Find My Phone app following their separation in 2023 and sent her hundreds of text messages over a short period. The court described his actions as psychological abuse, including yelling and insults.

    Sheriff Peter Paterson described the sentence handed to Stuart Hogg as a “hybrid” order and an alternative to custody, requiring one year of supervision under a community payback order.

    The court imposed a second five-year non-harassment order, mirroring one issued in December when Hogg breached bail conditions by sending 28 texts in one night. During sentencing, it was revealed that Hogg’s behaviour, including sending over 200 texts in a few hours, contributed to his ex-wife experiencing a panic attack.

    Lynne Barrie, Procurator Fiscal for Lothian and Borders, said: “Stuart Hogg has now been convicted and held accountable for subjecting his estranged wife to years of domestic abuse.

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    “COPFS recognises the devastating impact of domestic abuse and is committed to the robust prosecution of offences, regardless of who the offender is.

    “No one should have to live in fear of a partner or former partner. The trauma suffered by victims – and children who witness these crimes – is significant.

    “I would urge anyone affected by similar offending to come forward and report it.

    “We will use all the tools available to us to secure justice, and you will be listened to and supported throughout the process.”

    Hogg – who retired from professional rugby in July 2023 – was present at the sentencing hearing and departed without making a statement. He was accompanied by his parents.

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    Divorce proceedings between Hogg and his ex-wife have been confirmed.

    Despite retiring from rugby in 2023, Hogg signed a two-year contract with Montpellier last year, and received an MBE in 2024 for services to rugby.

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    Barry 84 days ago

    What a deterrent!


    Hopefully she utterly rinses him in the divorce.

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    Bull Shark 84 days ago

    I think he blew all his cash. Hence selling his soul to Montpellier with other dregs of society.

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    TI 85 days ago

    Ugh, creepy.

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    Toaster 85 days ago

    MBE revoked surely

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    Bull Shark 84 days ago

    Upgraded. To a knighthood.

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    fl 85 days ago

    I wonder if he's as sad about the sentence as he was about those mean online comments!

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    Bull Shark 85 days ago

    If he earned an MBE for his efforts up to 2024, surely this conviction should see him added to some hall of fame? Maybe the Rugbypass top 100?


    But seriously though, given his services to Rugby, is the community service even justified? Has he not served his community enough!?


    Discuss.

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    je 85 days ago

    Services to rugby....reckon OJ should have used services to football in his defence?

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