Michael Vick Sentenced

Michael Vick, ex-quarterback for the Atlanta Falcons, was sentenced to 23 months in prison this week for financing "Bad Newz Kennels," his dogfighting operation, and viciously killing dogs that his kennel used in fights. He was also ordered to pay more than $928,000 for the care of the 54 dogs seized from his property. The sentence exceeds the 12-18 month sentence recommend by the U.S. Attorney, and it takes into account the cost of care for the dogs rescued from Vick's fighting operation.

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