Gunn Defense Services Salem, OR

Affordable Criminal Defense for the Salem Community

Justice Should Be Accessible to Everyone

Gunn Defense Services is a unique division of the long-standing Gunn & Gunn P.C. law firm, dedicated specifically to providing high-quality criminal defense to low-income and modest-means clients in Salem, Oregon. Led by attorney Marcus Gunn, who joined the firm in 2021, this practice was created with a mission to give back to the community and fill a critical gap in the legal market. Marcus Gunn believes that financial status should not determine the quality of one’s legal representation. Whether serving court-appointed clients or those seeking affordable private counsel, Gunn Defense Services offers zealous advocacy, compassionate guidance, and a commitment to protecting the rights of every individual.

Focused Legal Representation

The firm specializes in criminal defense, handling a variety of cases with a focus on achieving fair outcomes and minimizing the long-term impact on clients’ lives.

• Criminal Defense: Representing clients facing misdemeanors and felonies, from theft and property crimes to assault charges.
• DUII Defense: helping individuals navigate the legal and administrative challenges of driving under the influence charges, including license suspension issues.
• Court-Appointed Cases: Marcus Gunn actively accepts court appointments, ensuring that indigent defendants receive the rigorous defense they are constitutionally guaranteed.
• Expungements: Assisting clients in sealing past criminal records to open up new opportunities for employment and housing.
• Probation Violations: Advocating for clients facing revocation of probation to help them stay out of jail and back on track.

A Legacy of Service

Gunn Defense Services benefits from the deep roots and resources of its parent firm, Gunn & Gunn P.C., which has served the Salem area for decades. Marcus Gunn continues this family tradition of legal excellence while carving out a niche focused on social justice and accessibility. He is known for being approachable, non-judgmental, and deeply invested in his clients’ well-being. If you are looking for a criminal lawyer in Salem who offers professional representation at a reasonable cost, or if you need a public defender alternative, Gunn Defense Services is a trusted ally in the legal system.

Located in the Historic Oregon Building

The firm is proud to be located in the Historic Oregon Building on State Street, a landmark of downtown Salem. This central location places them right in the hub of the legal community, just steps away from the courthouse. Gunn Defense Services provides a welcoming environment where clients can feel safe discussing their legal troubles and finding a path forward.