Blocking Californians' beach access will soon carry a hefty fine

Frustrated beachgoers this summer will finally have a remedy against anyone who blocks public access to California's shoreline.. Under a new law that takes effect Tuesday, the California Coastal Commission will for the first time have the authority to impose fines on violators http://www.latimes.com/science/la-me-coastal-penalties-20140630-story.html# Article courtesy of The Los Angeles Times by Tony Barboza