I agree that the state is remiss in its long inaction. That really is inexcusable. However I don't see that as sufficient reason to let Wallace skate. Making crime pay simply makes committing crime a more attractive alternative. Along with re-opening the easement, I think Wallace should incur enough penalty to serve notice to other holders of easements that they ought not to steal back that which they have freely sold. And I'd buy you a beer anyway.