A convicted sex offender who claimed the police and jury were hypnotised into convicting her has been sentenced to three-and-a-half years in prison at Newcastle Crown Court.
Bizarre Courtroom Claims Dismissed
Natalie Wolf, 47, was accused of 'lying through her teeth' during her sentencing hearing on November 29, 2025. She put forward a series of conspiracy theories, suggesting her conviction was the result of a hypnotised jury and authorities planted with people who held a grudge against her.
Judge Gavin Doig firmly rejected these claims, telling Wolf: "You are not the victim of a conspiracy. You are not the victim at all. [Victim’s name] is the victim and the sooner you accept that, the better it will be going forward."
A Childhood Destroyed
The court heard a powerful victim impact statement from the individual, who cannot be named for legal reasons. The victim detailed how the abuse had devastated their life, stating Wolf had "destroyed" their childhood, teenage years, and adulthood.
"There are few things more isolating than living in a body you don’t feel safe in," the victim's statement read. "I’ve carried shame, self-doubt and a sense of disconnection from myself. It made my body feel like a battlefield."
Directly addressing their abuser, the victim concluded: "Today, you are finally going to face justice."
Sentence and Aftermath
In addition to the prison term, Judge Doig handed down an indefinite restraining order and a sexual harm prevention order. Wolf will also be placed on the sex offenders’ register for life.
Despite the conviction and sentencing, Wolf maintained her innocence, stating she would appeal and claiming someone else committed the offence. She further denied the victim's account, asserting she was not "sexually attracted to females in that way".
The judge expressed hope that Wolf would eventually accept the verdict and receive the help she needs, noting "You will be released from prison in due course. I hope you are able to move on."
