In theory, yes, but governments won’t do that. They worry that corporations would leave their states and they lose on employment and tax revenue. That’s why they fine them very carefully to begin with.

Hey, they’re gonna get their $2.97 checks. That’s a gallon of gas somewhere.

Google in 2024: Net profit: $100 billion

The government: “here is a tiny fine that you can’t even see in a microscope.”