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: Gerald Timmons
State Attorney Ed Brodsky’s Office announced today that Gerald Timmons was convicted after jury trial of Introduction of Pornography to a Minor and Luring or Enticing a Child. The crime was committed on or about April 29, 2025 and investigated by the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office Crimes Against Children division.
PRESS RELEASE: Ronald Clark Willard
State Attorney Ed Brodsky announced today that Ronald Clark Willard was convicted after jury trial of Driving Under The Influence (Fourth Or Subsequent Violation); Driving While License Cancelled, Suspended Or Revoked (With Knowledge – Third Or Subsequent Offense) Based On Dui, Refusal, Death/ Serious Bodily Injury, Fleeing or Attempting to
PRESS RELEASE: Ulysses Pace
State Attorney Ed Brodsky announced today that Ulysses Lamont Pace was convicted after a jury trial of Armed Robbery with a Firearm and Aggravated Battery. The crimes were committed on July 16, 2023, and investigated by the Sarasota Police Department. The trial was held at the Sarasota County Courthouse June
