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: William Mark Colburn, Jr.
State Attorney Ed Brodsky announced today that William Mark Colburn, Jr.was convicted of Possession of a Firearm by a Convicted Felon and Possession of Cannabis with Intent to Sell or Deliver in Case #2023CF010910NC and sentenced by Circuit Court Judge Donna Padar to six years in prison followed by two
PRESS RELEASE: Kareem Abdul Crocker
State Attorney Ed Brodsky announced today that Kareem Abdul Crockerwas convicted of Tampering with a Witness and thirteen counts of Violation of Pretrial Release in Case #2026CF001688NC and sentenced to more than five years in prison. Crocker was on felony probation for a narcotics offense when he committed a domestic
PRESS RELEASE: Lachina Renea Cropes
State Attorney Ed Brodsky announced today thatLachina Renea Cropes was convicted after jury trial oftwo counts of False Imprisonment With A Weapon, and two counts of Battery. The crimes were committed on November 03, 2024 and were investigated by the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office. The trial was held at the
