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Trusted Criminal Defense & Personal Injury Representation in San Bernardino
At Bullard & Powell, we are dedicated to delivering skilled and fierce advocacy in both criminal defense and personal injury matters. With over 30 years of combined legal experience, our team prioritizes client-focused representation, ensuring personalized attention throughout every case. We work directly with clients to empower informed decisions, recognizing the stress and impact of legal challenges. Our approach combines aggressive courtroom preparation with compassionate support, ensuring no client is handed off to junior associates.We maintain accessibility through calls, texts, and in-person consultations, serving San Bernardino County, Apple Valley, Victorville, and Redlands. Our reputation among local judges and district attorneys strengthens our ability to advocate effectively. Client testimonials highlight our thoroughness, professionalism, and successful outcomes, including dismissed charges and favorable settlements. We value quality service over case volume, ensuring each client receives tailored legal strategies.
Services
Criminal Defense
DUI Defense
Violent Crimes Defense
Theft Crimes Defense
Gun Crimes Defense
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of combined legal experience in criminal defense and personal injury cases
- Our team provides personalized, one-on-one client relationships throughout the legal process
- We prepare every case for trial to ensure maximum advocacy, even in negotiated resolutions
- Our attorneys maintain strong relationships with local judges and district attorneys
- We guarantee direct access to lead attorneys through calls, texts, and in-person consultations
What people say
Excellent communication
Professional service
Case dismissed
Avoided jail time
Constant updates
Services
Criminal Defense
Our criminal defense practice handles felony and misdemeanor charges across California. We provide aggressive representation for offenses ranging from drug crimes to violent felonies. Our attorneys leverage deep knowledge of local court systems and prosecutorial strategies to develop tailored defense approaches. Clients benefit from our trial-ready preparation and commitment to minimizing penalties through dismissals, reduced charges, or alternative sentencing options.
DUI Defense
Specializing in DUI defense, we challenge chemical test accuracy and procedural violations in San Bernardino County. Our experience with DMV administrative hearings and criminal court proceedings helps clients avoid license suspensions and jail time. We analyze traffic stop validity, field sobriety tests, and blood alcohol content evidence to build strong defense strategies for first-time and repeat offenders.
Violent Crimes Defense
We defend against assault, battery, domestic violence, and other violent crime allegations. Our approach focuses on protecting constitutional rights while challenging prosecution evidence. With experience handling complex cases involving self-defense claims and witness credibility issues, we work to prevent permanent criminal records that could impact employment and personal freedoms.
Theft Crimes Defense
Our firm represents clients facing shoplifting, petty theft, grand theft, and burglary charges. We understand the long-term consequences of theft convictions on employment and immigration status. Through strategic negotiations and courtroom advocacy, we seek charge reductions and alternative resolutions that minimize lifelong impacts while addressing underlying circumstances.
Gun Crimes Defense
We defend clients accused of firearm-related offenses including possession violations and loaded weapon charges. Our attorneys stay current with California's evolving gun laws to challenge unlawful evidence collection and statutory misinterpretations. We focus on protecting Second Amendment rights while mitigating potential prison sentences and firearm ownership restrictions.
People
Jeff Bullard
Attorney
Jeff Bullard brings decades of criminal defense experience, specializing in violent crimes and DUI cases. His track record includes dismissed domestic violence charges and reduced felony accusations. Clients praise his straightforward approach and courtroom effectiveness.
Sarah Powell
Attorney
Sarah Powell focuses on DUI defense and personal injury cases, known for her meticulous court preparation and client communication. She successfully defended multiple DUI cases involving complex evidentiary challenges and license protection issues.
Questions
What should I do immediately after a DUI arrest?
Contact Bullard & Powell immediately to protect your rights. We'll help request DMV hearings within 10 days and begin building your defense strategy.
How can a criminal conviction affect my future?
Convictions may impact employment opportunities, professional licenses, and immigration status. Our attorneys work to minimize these long-term consequences through charge reductions and dismissals.
Do I really need a lawyer for a first-time DUI?
Yes. Even first offenses carry serious penalties including license suspension and fines. Our experience with local prosecutors helps achieve better outcomes.
Can gun charges be reduced or dismissed?
Many gun charges involve technical legal violations where evidence can be challenged. We've successfully reduced charges through Fourth Amendment violations and statutory misinterpretations.
How quickly can you start working on my case?
We begin immediately upon contact. Most clients receive attorney response within one hour during business hours.
