Former Scotland Rugby Captain Stuart Hogg Sentenced for Domestic Abuse
Stuart Hogg, the former captain of the Scotland rugby union team, has been sentenced to a community payback order with one year of supervision after admitting to domestic abuse over a five-year period against his estranged wife, Gillian Hogg. The sentencing occurred at Selkirk Sheriff Court on January 9, 2025, following Hogg's guilty plea to a charge of domestic abuse, which included tracking her movements and sending distressing messages.
Sheriff Peter Paterson outlined that the sentence serves as an "alternative to custody," and imposed a five-year non-harassment order barring Hogg from contacting Mrs. Hogg. Hogg previously faced legal issues for breaching bail conditions by contacting her repeatedly through messages, including one night where he sent fifty texts.
The court heard of a pattern of abusive behavior from Hogg that began in 2019, including emotional manipulation and invasive actions, such as using an app to monitor his wife's whereabouts. Following a plea for help from Mrs. Hogg to a domestic abuse service, police were called to intervene in several instances, leading to Hogg's eventual legal repercussions.
Hogg, 32, who plays for French club Montpellier, was also noted to have been vocal in his discontent over the couple's lifestyle choices, resulting in verbal abuse aimed at Mrs. Hogg. The Crown Office has emphasized the commitment to prosecuting domestic abuse cases and supporting victims.
A review of Hogg's compliance with the community order will take place on March 25 at Jedburgh Sheriff Court.
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