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: 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
PRESS RELEASE: Salvatore Giunta
State Attorney Ed Brodsky announced today that Salvatore Giunta was convicted after jury trial of one count of 83 counts of Possession of Child Pornography. The crime was investigated by the Sarasota Sheriff’s Office. The trial was held at the Sarasota County Courthouse between March 9, 2026, and March 11,
