[daperrin]

I think the reason behind these citations is because they are launching from LA County beaches which are officially closed. In that case they leave themselves open to citation.

The 'Stay at home' mandate allows for exercise as long as you are not in a group so kayaking or paddle boarding is not an issue in its self.

I have been launching out of Newport Harbor which has no restrictions. I have paddled past the Sheriff and Coastguard many times and have seen many, many others do the same and we just get a friendly wave from the officers.