Pras Michel, who is known for being a member of the Fugees , has begun serving his 14-year federal sentence, turning himself in on Thursday at the Federal Correctional Institution in Safford, Arizona, as he continues efforts to overturn his 2023 conviction, according to Rolling Stone. Pras' spokesperson Erica Dumas shared a statement with Complex following the news. “Today is a painful day for Pras, for his family, and for everyone who believes in a fair system of justice,” Dumas said. “Pras honors the legal process as he reports to begin his sentence. The FARA-related charges that led to his conviction are being vigorously contested on appeal, and his legal team believes the record will show that his rights were violated and the truth was obscured. This chapter is difficult but it is not his final one.” The Fugees rapper was found guilty on multiple counts tied to an international conspiracy involving illegal lobbying, campaign finance violations, and money laundering.…