Les Moonves Fined $15,000 for LAPD Interference in Sexual Assault Case

The Los Angeles Ethics Commission imposes maximum penalty on former CBS chief for ethics violations linked to cover-up of assault allegations.

Leslie Moonves settles with the City of Los Angeles for $15,000 after being accused of interfering with an LAPD investigation into sexual assault allegations.
The fine was imposed after Moonves admitted to violating city law by aiding the disclosure and misuse of confidential information.
The Ethics Commission rejected a lower proposed fine of $11,250, emphasizing the need for a stronger deterrent against such violations.
Public outrage and calls for higher penalties marked the hearings, reflecting deep community concern over ethics and accountability.
The settlement and fine are part of broader scrutiny of Moonves' actions during his tenure at CBS, including a failed $120 million severance claim.