LOS ANGELES—Federal prosecutors are recommending a 13-year prison term and more than $1.3 million in fines and restitution for disgraced former Los Angeles City Councilman José Huizar, according to court papers obtained Dec. 28 by City News Service.
Mr. Huizar pleaded guilty to felony charges for using his powerful position at City Hall to enrich himself and his associates, and for cheating on his taxes. He faces a sentencing hearing now scheduled for Jan. 26 although he is asking for a month’s continuance.
