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: 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
PRESS RELEASE: Carter Layne
State Attorney Ed Brodsky announced today that Carter Thomas Layne has been convicted of Manslaughter With A Firearm. The crime was committed on 3/8/24 and investigated by Manatee County Sheriff’s Office. The crime carried a maximum possible sentence of 30 years in prison. There was no minimum mandatory sentence applicable.
PRESS RELEASE: Cory Garries
State Attorney Ed Brodsky announced thatCory Garries, was convicted last night of 5 Counts of Sexual Battery with a Deadly Weapon, 2 Counts of Kidnapping with a Weapon, Burglary with Assault or Battery, and Aggravated Assault. The jury trial was held at the Sarasota County Courthouse from 09/02/25 – 09/08/25
