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Teen Pleads Guilty for Kicking Sea Lion | San Jose News
An 18-year-old named Tyler Muehl just pleaded guilty for kicking a sea lion in La Jolla Cove — and the viral video of his wild, aggressive attack sparked national outrage. Charged under the Marine Mammal Protection Act, he faces up to a year in prison and $100K in fines for harassing a protected animal. The footage shows him kicking the sea lion’s face, chasing it, and even making direct contact — all while acting like a fighter. His plea agreement confirms the video’s accuracy, and he’ll be sentenced in October. This case is a stark reminder: marine mammals aren’t toys — and online fury can…
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