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WKRG Staff/The Associated Press
Published: Fri, March 28, 2008 - 1:54 pm
Last Updated: Fri, March 28, 2008 - 8:46 pm
Last Updated: Fri, March 28, 2008 - 8:46 pm
the federal prison at Oakdale after being released on appeal bond.
He says he remains upbeat despite being incarcerated for nine
months on his conviction in a corruption case.
Siegelman said he lost his freedom, -quote- "I never lost
faith."
The former governor left the prison in a black sport utility
vehicle and stopped on the road outside the lockup to speak briefly
to reporters. He wore a ragged shirt that appeared to be prison
clothing.
He declined further comment. He said he would make a statement
when he reaches his home in Birmingham.
He was placed in federal custody after being sentenced last June
to more than seven years in prison on six bribery-related counts
and one obstruction of justice count.
News 5's Tiffany Craig was in Oakdale when Siegelman walked out of prison. She'll have a complete report tonight on News 5 at 5:00.
(Copyright 2008 by The Associated Press. All Rights Reserved.)
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