Ha, some will argue the recidivism rate for drone pilots is in the single digits so the harsh punishment and [non-existent] rehabilitation must be working, eh? I would argue the vast majority of the offenders had no idea they were breaking the law and once they are "educated," they have no intention of breaking the law ever again. Especially if it means going thru the nightmare that is when you get caught. So I agree with you, likely the inevitable plea bargain means never being allowed to fly a drone again which is probably fine for the "victim" who quickly finds out recreational flying drone they are not cut out for. Pretty sure you get caught once and that's the last time. However, I know the common response will be this pilot probably repeated broke the law for years and finally he was caught and now everyone is safer.....you know, like the FPV flyers who buzz around the abandoned structures without a spotter.