Jay Rutland,34, of Kensington, leaves Thames Magistrates' Court today
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Laura Proto16 March 2016
The husband of Formula One heiress Tamara Ecclestone has appeared in court accused of assisting an offender.
Jay Rutland, 35, of Kensington, west London, appeared at a brief hearing at Thames Magistrates' Court and spoke only to confirm his name and address.
The property developer, wearing a dark blue suit, white shirt and dark grey tie, did not enter a plea.
He was charged with the offence, which dates back to 2010, in February this year.
Charged: Jay Rutland with his wife Tamara Ecclestone
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The son-in-law of F1 chief Bernie Ecclestone was represented by David Hardstaff.
His wife, with whom he has a young daughter, did not attend the hearing.
The pair were married in 2013.
Rutland was released on bail to appear at the same court on April 6.
