The San Bernardino County District Attorney's Office protects victim's rights and prosecutes criminals who are a danger to the Inland Empire community. Our team of Attorneys, Social Workers, Paralegals, and Assistants will be there to provide direct legal assistance for cases in San Bernardino County.The San Bernardino County Public Attorneys Association (SBCPAA) members are esteemed legal professionals who provide top tier representation to the residents. The district attorney is the public prosecutor and has the mandated responsibility to prosecute crimes committed within San Bernardino County. The simple answer is no, public defenders do not work for the district attorney's office.