Couple charged $18K for uprooting 36 Joshua trees.

[Robert59]

Two home builders who destroyed 36 Joshua trees on their Prescott Avenue property were fined $18,000 in court Tuesday.

“It is unlawful to remove these trees. It is a violation that will be investigated thoroughly and prosecuted,” said Patrick Foy, a captain with the California Department of Fish and Wildlife.


https://hidesertstar.com/news/179250/couple-charged-18k-for-uprooting-36-joshua-trees/

 

[Buckeye]

Shoe money.

 

[jujube]

I agree. Chump change for a developer. These days, the courts often require developers to return the land to its original condition. That can REALLY hit 'em in the wallet.