Scruggs Nation: June 27, the sentencing

Judge "Maximum Neal" Biggers sentenced Dickie Scruggs to five years in prison, the most Scruggs could receive under his plea agreement. According to this story in the Sun Herald, Scruggs finally came forward with an apology:Before sentencing, Scruggs told the judge, "I could not be more ashamed to be where I am today. I realized I was getting mixed up in it and I will go to my grave wondering why. I have disappointed everyone in my life - my wife, family and friends here to support me today. I deeply regret my conduct. It is a scar and a stain on my soul." Scruggs had asked for a sentence of only 30 months, but Biggers, solidifying his reputation as someone who is not to be messed with, called Scruggs out and knocked him around pretty good, as th