CA SB1034

Increases penalties for unauthorized excavation or destruction of archaeological resources on public lands from a misdemeanor (up to 6 months jail) to a fine up to $10,000, imprisonment up to one year, or both.

Requires courts to order restitution to state or local agencies with jurisdiction over the affected public lands, with amounts determined by commercial value, archaeological value, and restoration/repair costs following federal Archaeological Resources Protection Act standards.

Establishes continuous appropriation of restitution funds received by state agencies for restoration and repair of damaged archaeological resources, and requires local agencies to use their restitution funds for the same purpose.

Mandates forfeiture of the archaeological resources involved in violations, and allows forfeiture of vehicles and equipment used in connection with the crime under specified conditions.

Exempts the state from reimbursing local agencies for costs associated with this act, as it only changes penalties for an existing crime.