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From AP:
RICHMOND, Va. (AP) -- Michael Vick pleaded not guilty Thursday to federal dogfighting charges and was released without bond until a Nov. 26 trial.
The Atlanta Falcons quarterback and three others entered their pleas in U.S. District Court to conspiracy charges involving competitive dogfighting, procuring and training pit bulls for fighting, and conducting the enterprise across state lines. Federal prosecutors say the operation -- known as Bad Newz Kennels -- was run on Vick's property in Surry County.
Among the conditions set for all the defendants is that they surrender their passports, that they not travel outside their immediate area without court approval, and that they do not sell or possess any dog. In addition, Vick was ordered to surrender any animal breeder or kennel license.
Vick arrived at the courthouse at 3 p.m. in a black sport utility vehicle and was booed by a crowd of hundreds as he emerged. Wearing a dark suit and blue shirt, the quarterback looked straight ahead as he walked up the ramp to the courthouse. He did not respond to reporters.
The allegations detailed in a graphic, 18-page indictment sparked protests by animal rights groups at the headquarters of the NFL and the Falcons. NFL commissioner Roger Goodell has barred Vick from training camp while the league investigates.
1 comment:
I don't have all the facts but dogfighting should be banded. I hope Vick isn't used for an example only. We have alot of cases like this and the criminals only get a fine and slap on the hand. I did notice that because this man is a famous Football player more people are speaking out. I also learned that there is millions of dollars in this sport where and who is giving that kind of money. Vick isn't the only person having dogfighting in the US.
It is strange how the United States will speak out about fighting dogs yet allow torture to innocent people.
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