 In response, they have indicated "doing it right" was more a priority than speed, and that they are continuing to cooperate with federal authorities.According to an ESPN attorney, under Virginia law, Vick can be prosecuted if the authorities can show that he was "aware" of dogfighting activities on his property.According to that attorney, "If it is proved that the fighting took place, it will be difficult for Vick to persuade anyone that he didn't know about it."