Shakira Settles Tax Fraud Case with Spain, Pays Fine and Avoids Prison

Shakira determined to not combat the combat in a courtroom in Spain … she has settled her tax fraud case with the federal government and agreed to pay thousands and thousands in fines.

She minimize a plea deal within the case after failing to pay $15.8 million in taxes between 2012 and 2014 — the singer is ready to obtain a suspended three-year sentence and a wonderful of $7.6 million.

Shakira confirmed up for the trial Monday in Barcelona, however earlier than something official occurred the events introduced a settlement.

The wonderful is definitely one thing of a victory for the singer … prosecutors needed greater than double that. Additionally, she will be able to definitely afford it … her internet value is considerably north of $200 million.

Shakira appeared upbeat when she entered the courthouse … blowing kisses to her followers.

As for why she settled, she mentioned in an announcement it was “to spare my children seeing their mother sacrifice her well-being.”

She went on … ‘I like tremendously those that have fought these injustices to the top, however for me, at this time, successful is getting my time again for my youngsters and my profession.”

She’s nonetheless pissed, going after the Spanish authorities targets athletes and different high-profile people.

The decide requested her if she accepted the costs towards her and he or she merely mentioned, “I do.” The decide mentioned the wonderful would finish the case … i.e., no jail time.