In bid for prison release, R. Kelly's lawyers say his tax debt means he won't fly
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torontosun.comR. Kelly is facing more legal drama – this time over claims he owes $1.8 million in back taxes.According to The Blast, court documents filed by the IRS (Internal Revenue Service) show they’ve filed a federal tax lien against the disgraced singer.The legal papers reveal Kelly has been accused of owing $648,998.25 from 2013, and $1,229,739.18 from 2016 – making a total of $1,878,737.43.
It’s the latest in a string of tax liens filed against the 53-year-old over the years.Since the lien was filed, Kelly’s lawyers have launched a new request to release their client from prison, arguing that the tax debt is proof that he won’t flee.The I Believe I Can Fly singer has argued that the coronavirus pandemic makes it dangerous for him to stay in jail,
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