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COMEDIAN CARLOS MENCIA FACING 12 FELONY CHARGES

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Carlos Mencia was born in Honduras but raised in East L.A.!

Born Ned Arnel Mencia in San Pedro Sula, Honduras, he adopted the stage name 'Carlos' to connect with Latino audiences. His Comedy Central show 'Mind of Mencia' ran from 2005–2008 and drew millions of viewers.

This storyWhat outcome do you expect from Carlos Mencia's 12 felony charges?

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Comedian Chris Tucker once owed over $11.5M in back taxes to the IRS.

Tucker faced California and federal tax liens between 2008-2014. Like Mencia's case, the IRS pursued years of unpaid taxes. Tucker eventually settled his debt, avoiding criminal charges Mencia now faces.

Carlos Mencia's real name is actually Ned Arnel Mencia!

Born in Honduras, he adopted 'Carlos' as his stage name early in his comedy career. His Comedy Central show 'Mind of Mencia' ran 2005–2008. Learn more at Wikipedia

This storyWhat should happen if Mencia is convicted on all 12 felony counts?

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