The Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) said it authorised the charges in 2024, based on evidence from Bedfordshire Police about alleged crimes in the UK between 2012 and 2015.
The Tate brothers, controversial influencers with millions of online followers are also being investigated in Romania, where they were first arrested in 2022.
They deny all charges.
The breakdown of charges is as follows:
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Andrew Tate (38) faces 10 charges involving three alleged victims including rape, human trafficking, actual bodily harm, and controlling prostitution.
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Tristan Tate (36) faces 11 charges involving one alleged victim including rape, human trafficking, and actual bodily harm.
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This is the first time prosecutors have publicly confirmed the full list of UK charges against the brothers.
However, they cannot be extradited to the UK until their Romanian court cases are resolved — which include separate allegations of underage trafficking and sexual exploitation.
Despite a previous travel ban, the brothers left Romania briefly for Florida in February 2025 before returning in March, insisting: “Innocent men don’t run.”
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Key Implications
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These are serious charges that could carry long prison sentences if proven.
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The brothers are global influencers, with Andrew especially known for promoting misogynistic views and a flashy, ultra-masculine lifestyle.
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Public attention and media pressure will intensify, especially if extradition moves forward.
Ongoing Controversy
The Tates have become symbols of online extremism to some, and “self-help” icons to others. Their online influence, especially over young men, has sparked debates on free speech, toxic masculinity, and online safety.
The CPS said that “domestic criminal matters in Romania must be settled first” before extradition can happen. Meanwhile, the brothers claim the cases are a conspiracy and say they will fight to clear their names.
Final Thoughts
This marks a major moment in the long-running Tate saga. The fact that charges have been confirmed by UK prosecutors and cover multiple serious offences, suggests this case won’t fade away anytime soon.
What remains to be seen is how long it will take for the Romanian legal process to end and whether the brothers will ever face a UK court.
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