Suspended Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Vick entered his plea of guilty today in Virginia federal court. Afterward, he made his first public statement since accepting guilt in running a dogfighting operation.
Vick responded "Yes, sir" to judge Henry Hudson when asked whether he was entering a guilty plea to the charge of conspiracy against him. Hudson made clear he is not bound by sentencing guidelines, telling Vick "you're taking your chances here". The plea calls for a range of 12-18 months in prison, but Vick could get the maximum of 5 years.
Vick in his statement said because he was ashamed of himself, he was not honest with many people, including NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell and Falcons owner Arthur Blank
"I take full responsibility for my actions, not for one second would I sit right here and point the finger and try to blame anybody else for my actions or what I've done--dogfighting is a terrible thing and I do reject it"
Vick is scheduled to be sentenced on December 10th.
Vick responded "Yes, sir" to judge Henry Hudson when asked whether he was entering a guilty plea to the charge of conspiracy against him. Hudson made clear he is not bound by sentencing guidelines, telling Vick "you're taking your chances here". The plea calls for a range of 12-18 months in prison, but Vick could get the maximum of 5 years.
Vick in his statement said because he was ashamed of himself, he was not honest with many people, including NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell and Falcons owner Arthur Blank
"I take full responsibility for my actions, not for one second would I sit right here and point the finger and try to blame anybody else for my actions or what I've done--dogfighting is a terrible thing and I do reject it"
Vick is scheduled to be sentenced on December 10th.
