By PHATLAW Staff

The Former Atlanta Falcons’ Quarterback is scheduled for sentencing on December 10, 2007 on federal dogfighting conspiracy charges. However, the Former Highest Paid Football Player surrendered to U.S. Marshals on Monday, undoubtedly because he was anticipating a jail term. Vick’s involvement in the Bad Newz Kennels dogfighting conspiracy could land him in jail for up to 5 years.

QB 1’s decision to begin serving a prison term prior to sentencing was approved by the judge and by Vick’s lawyers. Billy Martin, one of Vick’s highly paid mouth pieces, said in a statement: “Michael wants to again apologize to everyone who has been hurt in this matter, and he thanks all of the people who have offered him and his family prayers and support during this time.”

PHATLAW does not believe that there are any direct legal benefits to No. 7’s decision to turn himself in early. Instead, Vick’s decision was probably motivated by avoiding the media onslaught that was sure to surround the court house on Dec. 10th and to get him back to playing football sooner rather than later. Also, turning himself in early may lead to the judge’s leniency in sentencing.

PhatThought: Only time will tell if this Hail Mary will result in a victory for Vick in the form of a light sentence.

PHATLAW will continue to post the latest developments in this case.