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: Reginald Reynard Roberts Jr
State Attorney Ed Brodsky announced today that Reginald Reynard Roberts Jr was convicted after jury trial of Murder In The First Degree and Robbery with discharge of a Firearm. The crimes were committed on 05/14/2021 and investigated by the Arcadia Police Department. The trial commenced at the Desoto County Courthouse
PRESS RELEASE: Stancel Jeffrey May
State Attorney Ed Brodsky announced today that Stancel Jeffrey Maywas sentenced to 15 years in prison followed by 15 years of probation on September 15, 2026. The sentence was handed down by the Honorable Judge Danielle Brewer following a jury conviction for Arson in the First Degree (Dwelling) in July
PRESS RELEASE: Kyle Sebastien Loeffler
State Attorney Ed Brodsky announced today that Kyle Sebastien Loeffler was sentenced to the maximum punishment of five years in the Florida Department of Corrections following his conviction of Robbery By Sudden Snatching. The crime was committed on March 12, 2025, and investigated by the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office. The
