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15th May 2016
05:36pm BST

She paid the money because the rock is a protected landscape, and the cash went towards its restoration, according to Page Six. The public's attention was caught by the story when Hudgens posted the heart on her Instagram and concerned fans pointed out that the red rocks of Sedona are a rare feature of the desert's landscape. Coconino National Forest Service spokesman Brady Smith stated: “She was caught in the act because she publicized it and she’s famous.I’m sure there are others who are not famous and publicized it and we’ve never known.” The offence is punishable by up to 6 months jail time and a $5k fine, so she's actually gotten off quite lightly.