Westminster Councilmember Amy Phan West Cleared of Bribery Charges
A judge in Orange County cleared Westminster Councilmember Amy Phan West of bribery charges stemming from an incident where she allegedly used her influence to prevent her husband's car from being towed. The ruling came despite the District Attorney's office…
Los Angeles, CA, August 27, 2026 — In Orange County, a judge has cleared Westminster Councilmember Amy Phan West of bribery charges. The charges originated from allegations that she used her official influence to prevent her husband’s vehicle from being towed.
The ruling by the judge came notwithstanding efforts by the District Attorney’s office to withdraw a prior agreement. This agreement had stipulated that Councilmember West would undertake ethics training and perform community service. The District Attorney’s office reportedly cited ongoing ethical concerns as the reason for attempting to revoke the arrangement.
The specific details surrounding the alleged incident, including the date it occurred, were not provided. Similarly, the precise terms of the original ethics training and community service agreement, beyond their general nature, were not detailed in the available information. The contractor’s name was not provided.
The legal proceedings and the District Attorney’s office’s actions highlight a period of political contention. The case underscores the ongoing political turmoil and infighting that has been observed within the Westminster City Council. The outcome of the bribery charges represents a significant development in this context.
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