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: Kimberly Meredith
State Attorney Ed Brodsky announced today that Kimberly Meredith was sentenced after an open plea in front of Judge Brewer to an Adjudication of Guilt, 1 year and 1 day Department of Corrections followed by 10 years of probation. Sentencing was held at the Sarasota County Courthouse on 09/24/26. The
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
