Shakira Could Face Jail Time as Tax Fraud Case Is Heading for Possible Trial Celebrity The 'Hips Don't Lie' hitmaker could face fine or possible jail time if she is found guilty of tax evasion as a judge recommends a trial for her tax case. Jul 30, 2021 Shakira has recommended a trial. Judge Marco Juberias has ruled there is "sufficient evidence of criminality" against the Colombian pop star, who was charged in December, 2019 with not paying taxes in Spain between 2012 and 2014. The "Hips Don't Lie" singer denied any wrongdoing when she testified in June, 2019, and her aides insisted she immediately paid what she owed once she was informed of the debt by Spanish tax officials.