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Four cited for riding snowmobiles in Tahoe

Four snowmobilers were cited for riding in the Mokelumne Wilderness on the Carson Ranger District of the Humboldt-Toiyabe Forest. Three riders were cited Jan. 21 and one was cited Jan. 22. All four riders were issued citations, which can result in a fine of up to $5,000, imprisonment for not more than six months or both. “This citation is not one to be taken lightly — the minimum fine is $425,” said Carson Ranger District recreation staff officer Dan Morris. “Use of snowmobiles and other mechanized equipment is illegal in designated wilderness.” The Wilderness area is located in Alpine County, …

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The Union Updated Feb 8, 2013 03:55PM Published Feb 5, 2013 11:56AM Copyright 2013 The Union. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.