NEW YORK – New York Giants wide receiver Plaxico Burress was arrested and charged with two felony counts of criminal possession of a weapon in the second degree after an incident in November 2008.

While going clubbing in the Latin Quarter in New York City, Burress’ concealed loaded firearm accidentally fired, sending a bullet into his leg.

The incident occurred when Burress was in the midst of a hefty contract that was to pay him $35 million.

With the tough New York gun laws that hold strict sentencing guidelines, Burress decided to plea guilty to the charges and was given a two year sentence.

Here is the mugshot taken in September 2009 when he began serving his time at the correctional facility.

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