The singer Shakira confesses to the Spanish judiciary to her tax fraud of 14.5 million euros between 2012 and 2013 and ratifies an agreement to avoid trial. His lawyer Pau Molins criticizes the Spanish tax system.
Shakira statement
Although she previously pleaded innocent, she confirmed a deal with prosecutors and the private allegations, avoiding a trial that could have sent her to prison.
The Colombian singer, who had a relationship with former Spanish footballer and businessman Gerard Piqué, confirmed before the Barcelona Court the agreement reached with the private accusations and the public prosecutor’s office.
This agreement bypassed the legal process to determine whether Shakira evaded taxes between 2012 and 2014 by claiming to be resident outside of Spain. The artist previously maintained her innocence in this matter.
“I felt ready to face trial and defend my innocence. My lawyers were confident that we had a successful trial. But after many years of struggle, I have made this decision,” said the Barranquilla native.
(Interesting: Shakira reaches a settlement on taxes: She received a fine and a prison sentence, but will not go to prison.)
The Barranquilla woman attended a court in Spain on Monday to continue her trial.
“I had two options: to continue fighting to the end, to mortgage my peace of mind and that of my children, to stop producing songs, albums and tours without being able to enjoy my career and the things I like, or one “To make an agreement, to close.” and leave this chapter of my life behind me and look forward to the future. “I’ve come to the conclusion that it’s not a triumph to win if the price is having so many years of your life stolen,” he said.
He also expressed his hope that the system in Spain would be reviewed for the benefit of all citizens, citing the difficulties that many people face in dealing with disagreements with the Ministry of Finance.
(Read: Piqué’s blunt reaction to Shakira’s speech at the 2023 Latin Grammy).
Shakira had a relationship with Gerad Piqué, who is now dating Clara Chía.
Statements from the lawyer
Shakira’s lawyer Pau Molins supported the singer’s criticism of the Spanish tax system in a radio interview. He made a striking statement when he explained that his love for Shakira cost him 120 million euros.
“Shakira’s infatuation cost him 120 million euros. If he had fallen in love with Sergio Ramos, who was a Real Madrid player and lived in Seville, and not Gerard Piqué, it would have been much cheaper.“the lawyer told the radio station.
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The lawyer talked about the trial.
Molins pointed out that tax differences between regions in Spain can lead to unfair situations and emphasized that if Shakira had not lived in Catalonia, she would have avoided some of the tax crimes of which she was accused.
Although he accepted the charge to avoid trial, Molins emphasized Shakira’s innocence and mentioned the complexities of determining where an artist who tours internationally in 74 countries should pay taxes. Although he wanted to continue the trial, he respected the singer’s wish to resolve the matter through an out-of-court settlement.
Shakira settles with Spanish prosecutors and pays fine for tax fraud
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