Sexual Encounter House Operator Is Found Guilty
A Van Nuys man who said he invited dozens of couples to his home to share spouses on weekends was convicted Friday of operating a sexual encounters business without a permit.
A jury found John Lynch, 50, guilty of five counts of zoning violations. He could face up to $5,000 in fines and 30 months in jail.
Police investigated after neighbors complained to city officials.
Under city ordinances, officials said, owners of sexual encounter businesses are required to obtain a permit from the city Planning Department, and such businesses must be at least 500 feet from residential areas.
Los Angeles Superior Court Judge Debre Katz Weintraub set sentencing for Monday.
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