L.A. Ethics Code

I have read your editorial (“The City Council That Ate an Ethics Code,” July 1) and I could not agree more with your position that the present Los Angeles ethics ordinance is poorly drafted, “so complex that almost no one can figure (it) out” and “virtually impossible to understand or enforce.” I agree with the commission that another ordinance is needed to fix the present unconstitutional one.

Prior to filing my lawsuit, I made a number of attempts to discuss these matters with Benjamin Bycel, director of the commission. I spoke to him by phone and in person, and wrote a letter seeking an explanation of the ordinance and expressed my views regarding its unconstitutionality. Every effort I made was to no avail and I was forced to commence litigation. I am willing and have always been willing to speak to the commission regarding my concerns and those of my clients.

DOUG RING

Los Angeles