Ex-Prince Andrew faces increased legal vulnerability after being stripped of his royal titles and protection by King Charles. Royal experts say Andrew is now more exposed to possible criminal charges related to his ties with Jeffrey Epstein and allegations made by Virginia Giuffre, whose recent death and memoir have renewed public scrutiny. The Metropolitan Police previously declined to pursue a full investigation, citing jurisdictional issues, but new reports suggest authorities are looking into Andrew's conduct, including alleged attempts to gather information on Giuffre.

Public pressure for accountability continues to mount, with campaign groups exploring private prosecution and calls for investigations into Andrew's tenure as trade envoy. While some experts argue that removing his royal status makes him more susceptible to prosecution, others believe the monarchy's actions are more about protecting its reputation than enabling legal action. Andrew, who denies all allegations, is expected to relocate to Sandringham with private support from King Charles, but speculation remains about whether he might seek refuge abroad to avoid further scrutiny.