Shakira may face eight years in prison if convicted of tax fraud in Spain.

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Spanish prosecutors said they will ask a court to sentence pop star Shakira to eight years and two months in prison

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If found guilty in an expected trial for alleged tax fraud.

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The 45 years old star is accused of failing to pay 14.5 million euros in taxes between 2012 and 2014.

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Prosecutors also seek fines up to $24 million.

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However, the singer has rejected a deal offered by prosecutors this week and opted for a trial.

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As per the reports, the trial date has not yet been set!

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Her representative said in a statement, that she has always cooperated and abided by the law.

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Although “Shakira is confident that her innocence will be proven at the end of the trial”

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