Pro Surfer In Turbulent Waters After Turtle Photo Goes Viral

I'm still shaking my head over this one. It seems pro surfer Jamie O'Brien has landed himself on the wrong side of the law after a photo of him riding an endangered sea turtle surfaced and quickly went viral. Just another childish prank you say? Think again Spicoli.

Turns out this type of behavior is considered a breach of both federal and state laws, and according to the Endangered Species Act, can result in fines of up to $13,200. And beyond the legal implications, most who have seen the photo are downright furious; some even taking to YouTube to express their outrage at O'Brien and his lack of compassion for endangered sea life along the North Shore of Oahu.