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NFL update: More on Vick's release ... while wondering about Plaxico's fate

By Douglas A. Berman

For all you reentry fans, here is the latest news from ESPN about Michael Vick's imminent release from federal prison: Concerned about Michael Vick's security, the federal bureau of prisons remains secretive about exactly when he will leave the federal penitentiary after serving 23 months for a dogfighting conspiracy. The suspended NFL quarterback's release could come under the cloak of darkness, sources close to Vick told ESPN's Kelly Naqi.  Paperwork is being processed Tuesday and Vick is expected to leave prison sometime Wednesday. Upon his release, Vick will travel to his home in Hampton, Va., about a 19-hour trip if he chooses to drive. He will not be escorted by federal authorities and must report into the probation office in Norfolk on Friday, at which time he'll begin serving home confinement...continue to full post

Full post as published by Sentencing Law and Policy on May 19, 2009 (boomark / email).