Tyler Muehl, an 18-year-old from La Jolla, California, has pleaded guilty to a federal crime for kicking a sea lion in a viral video. Muehl faces a potential sentence of up to one year in prison and a fine of $100,000 for violating the Marine Mammal Protection Act, which prohibits the harassment of wildlife. The plea occurred in court on Thursday, as stated by federal prosecutors.
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California Teen Pleads Guilty to Attacking Sea Lion
Tyler Muehl, an 18-year-old from La Jolla, California, has pleaded guilty to kicking a sea lion in a viral video. He faces up to one year in prison and a $100,000 fine for violating the Marine Mammal Protection Act.
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