Criminal Defense & DWI Lawyer Richard Brueckner is a dedicated legal advocate specializing in criminal defense and DUI/DWI cases, proudly serving clients in Ocean City and throughout Maryland’s Eastern Shore. As a former prosecutor with over a decade of experience, he brings a unique insider’s perspective and a results-oriented approach to protecting clients’ rights and futures.
Leveraging his background as a former prosecutor, Mr. Brueckner employs a holistic and compassionate strategy that addresses both the legal and personal challenges his clients face. He has won more than 80 jury trials and successfully resolved thousands of cases, utilizing his familiarity with local courts, judges, and procedures to seek dismissals or reduced sentences. His practice is particularly focused on individuals accused of criminal offenses, DWI charges, and those seeking relief under Maryland’s Justice Reinvestment Act.
Services Offered
- Criminal Defense
- DUI & DWI Defense
- Traffic Offenses (including Speeding, Reckless Driving, Red Light Violations)
- Misdemeanor Defense
- Drug Charges (both Felony and Misdemeanor)
- Gun Crimes Defense
- Theft Charges Defense
- Assault Charge Defense
- Domestic Violence Defense
- Sex Crimes Defense
- Open Container Defense
- Violations of Probation Defense
- Justice Reinvestment Act Cases (Sentence Reductions and Modifications)
- Maryland Expungements
- Maryland Shielding Law Petitions
- Field Sobriety Test Defense
- Implied Consent Cases
- First, Second, and Third-Offense DWI Defense
- Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) Defense
- Sentence Reductions and Modifications
Recognized as one of the Top 10 Criminal Lawyers in Maryland, Richard Brueckner provides dedicated representation across the Eastern Shore region, combining aggressive advocacy with a client-centered approach that emphasizes dignity, communication, and personalized legal solutions.
