Michael Vick sentenced in dogfighting case

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Michael Vick sentenced in dogfighting case

Michael Vick received a 23-month prison sentence Monday for his role in a dogfighting opera

Ryan Eanes, a sleepy Michael Vick supporter from Richmond, went to the federal courthouse at 4:30 a.m. Monday to be in line for a courtroom seat.

The scene outside the U.S. District Court of the Eastern District of Virginia was already similar to those for other Vick court appearances. There were supporters and protesters present.

Frankie, a 5-year-old beagle owned by Virginia Beach resident Julia Novak, is part of a protest Monday at the federal courthouse in Richmond, where Michael Vick faced sentencing.

About two dozen animal rights activists were near the courthouse prior to the hearing, some with signs that read "Report Dogfighters!" and "Dogs Deserve Justice."

Billy Martin, Michael Vick's attorney, speaks at a press conference after Monday's sentencing.

Attorney Billy Martin (center) walks to his car after Michael Vick's sentencing Monday in Richmond, Va.

Vick supporters rally before Monday's sentencing in Richmond.

Attorney Billy Martin leaves federal court in Richmond on Monday after his client, Michael Vick, was sentenced to 23 months in prison.

Bill Chatman shows his support for Michael Vick as a crowd of animal rights protesters rally outside the federal courthouse in Richmond.

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Ryan Eanes, a sleepy Michael Vick supporter from Richmond, went to the federal courthouse at 4:30 a.m. Monday to be in line for a courtroom seat.

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