>> i'm not a guy who lived a criminal life, you know? i'm a pretty straight shooter. i have always tried to be a good soldier. >> reporter: the result never seemed in doubt even with the elephant in the room, simpson's acquittal for the murder of simpson's ex-wife >> and lastly, i would like you to know we received hundreds of letters of support and opposition and while we always encourage public input, the majority of the opposition letters are asking us to consider your 1995 acquittal and subsequent civil judgment, however these items will got be considered in this case. >> thank you. >> thank you. >> thank you. >> reporter: and his final words, the closest he comes to an apology. >> i'm sorry it happened. i'm sorry to nevada. i wish i was never called, and i was glad to get my stuff back, but it wasn't worth it. nine years away from your family