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: Eddie Lee Smith III
State Attorney Ed Brodsky announced today that Eddie Lee Smith III was convicted after jury trial of Murder In The Second Degree With A Weapon. The crime was committed on 12/21/2022 and investigated by Arcadia Police Department. The trial was held at the Desoto County Courthouse on August 11 &
PRESS RELEASE: Jose Alfredo Gomez
State Attorney Ed Brodsky announced today that Jose Alfredo Gomez was convicted after jury trial of Manslaughter By Culpable Negligence With A Firearm and Aggravated Battery With Great Bodily Harm With A Firearm. The crimes were committed on June 11, 2023 and investigated by the Palmetto Police Department in conjunction
PRESS RELEASE: Zachary Saunder Baumer
State Attorney Ed Brodsky announced today thatZachary Saunder Baumer was convicted after jury trial of Cruelty to Animals and Confinement of Animals without Sufficient Food Water or Exercise. The crimes were committed over the span of many months and were investigated by the Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office. The trial was
