Yosemite Cracks Down on Illegal BASE Jumping: Three Convicted, More Cases Pending
Yosemite National Park has taken a firm stance against illegal activities, particularly BASE jumping, which has been prohibited since the 1980s due to safety concerns and park policies. Recently, three individuals have been convicted for violating these rules, facing various penalties.
Superintendent Raymond McPadden has made it clear that illegal activities are not tolerated in the park. In a recent case, three men were found guilty of illegal BASE jumping. While the specific names of those convicted are typically not disclosed, notable historical cases include Dean Potter and Graham Hunt, who died in a BASE jumping accident in 2015. Although they weren't convicted for illegal jumping, others have faced legal consequences for the same activity.
In 2019, several individuals were charged with illegal BASE jumping in Yosemite. These cases resulted in penalties ranging from fines and community service to probation and jail time. The park is currently investigating three more incidents from this year.
BASE jumping remains illegal in Yosemite due to safety risks and park policies. Those convicted face various penalties, including fines, probation, community service, and jail time. The park continues to enforce these rules and investigate recent incidents.
