OUR MISSION
The Twelfth Judicial Circuit Office of the State Attorney is committed to ensuring that our community is protected by pursuing vigorous and fair prosecution of criminal offenders, by seeking justice, safeguarding the innocent and advocating for the rights of all victims. We will seek truth and justice in a professional manner, while maintaining the highest ethical standards.
Latest News
PRESS RELEASE: Deandre Sanders
State Attorney Ed Brodsky announced today that Deandre Sanders was convicted after jury trial of Murder In The Second Degree With A Firearm and Domestic Battery By Strangulation. The crimes were committed on 04/18/2021 and investigated by Manatee County Sheriff’S Office. The trial was held at the Manatee County Courthouse
PRESS RELEASE: Nicholas Lee Shermer
State Attorney Ed Brodsky announced today that Nicholas Lee Shermer was convicted after jury trial of Murder In The Second Degree With A Firearm. The crime was committed on 08/27/2023 and investigated by the Bradenton Police Department. The trial was held at the Manatee County Courthouse on April 21st through
PRESS RELEASE: Michael Luis Villanueva
State Attorney Ed Brodsky announced on 4/17/2025 that Michael Luis Villanueva was convicted after jury trial of Armed Trafficking in Fentanyl, Armed Trafficking of Cocaine, Possession of Cannabis with Intent to Sell or Deliver, Possession of Controlled Substance and Reckless Driving. The crimes were committed on September 29, 2021, and
