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.
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PRESS RELEASE: George H. Boyd
State Attorney Ed Brodsky announced today that George H. Boyd was convicted of Aggravated Animal Cruelty in Case #2025CF002572NC after entering an open plea. The crime was committed on November 15, 2024 and investigated by Sarasota Police Department. The sentencing was held at the Sarasota County Circuit Courthouse on November
PRESS RELEASE: Damian Markist Anderson
State Attorney Ed Brodsky announced today that Damian Markist Anderson has been convicted of Manslaughter By Culpable Negligence With A Firearm and Possession Of Firearm By Minor. The crimes were committed on July 19, 2022, and investigated by Manatee County Sheriff’s Office. The sentencing hearing was held at the Manatee
PRESS RELEASE: Calvin Deleon Turner
State Attorney Ed Brodsky announced today that Calvin Deleon Turnerwas convicted after a jury trial of two counts of Sexual Battery. The crimes were investigated by the Sarasota Police Department. The three-day trial was held at the Sarasota County Courthouse from September 24-26, 2025. The Honorable Judge Thomas Krug presided
