Teen Pleads Guilty for Kicking Sea Lion | California News

An 18-year-old in La Jolla got caught on video kicking a sea lion multiple times—yes, really—and just pleaded guilty. The footage, which includes laughter and relentless kicks, shows him chasing and striking the protected animal as it tried to flee. Prosecutors say he admitted to four kicks, two of which landed solidly. Violating the Marine Mammal Protection Act carries serious consequences: up to a year in jail and a $100K fine. His sentencing is October 20th. This isn’t just a slap on the wrist—it’s a wake-up call that harming wildlife, especially when caught on camera, has real, heavy consequences. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/329ca8ba777e31cb