Shakira To Stand Trial , on Tax Fraud Charges in Spain.<br />NBC News reports that a Spanish judge approved the trial on Sept. 27.<br />In 2018, the pop star was accused of not paying $13.9 million in taxes she owed between 2012 and 2014.<br />In 2018, the pop star was accused of not paying $13.9 million in taxes she owed between 2012 and 2014.<br />Prosecutors allege that Shakira spent most of her time in Spain during those years and owes taxes to the country despite having an official residence in the Bahamas.<br />Prosecutors allege that Shakira spent most of her time in Spain during those years and owes taxes to the country despite having an official residence in the Bahamas.<br />If she is found guilty, Shakira faces an <br />8-year prison sentence and a large fine.<br />The singer, who rejected a deal to avoid trial, has adamantly denied any wrongdoing. .<br />Her PR firm maintains that she's paid everything <br />she owes and another $2.8 million in interest.<br />The court in which she will stand trial is located in Esplugues de Llobregat.<br />Shakira will face six counts of tax fraud.<br />A trial date has yet to be set
