Individuals who harm, alter or decimate archaeological, artistic or historical landmarks in Mexico will face up to 10 years in the slammer under a law that was enacted Saturday.
Fines will also be levied that could equal the value of the damage caused by those who commit such acts, according to modifications to the Federal Law on Monuments and Archaeological, Artistic and Historic Zones, passed by Congress in April and published Friday in the official gazette.
Fines from $5,176 to $15,528 will likewise be applied to the individuals who do works of archaeological exploration that include the uncovering . . .
