History

Convicted: Curtain rod shoved down dog's throat
Mar 1, 2005 - Glen Burnie, MD (US)
Sentence: Burris originally received a sentence of three years in jail with all but 60 days suspended, 18 months of supervised probation and a $5,000 fine, of which $4,500 was suspended. He was ordered to complete an anger management course and have no contact with the dog.

After an appeal, Burris was sentenced to a year on probation and ordered to perform 40 hours of community service. Circuit Court Judge Joseph P. Manck also suspended a six-month jail term.