DWI/DUI

For several years, Michael Bruckheim prosecuted DWI/DUI cases in the Office of the Attorney General for the District of Columbia.  Mr. Bruckheim’s success in this field led to his being asked to supervise the Criminal Section in charge of DWI/DUI prosecutions.  As a supervisor, Mr. Bruckheim formulated and created the office’s policies for prosecuting DWI/DUI matters.  Mr. Bruckheim is NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) certified to administer field sobriety tests, having successfully completed the same standardized training that is required of police officers.

Mr. Bruckheim’s extensive experience brings a unique perspective from the prosecutor’s point of view.  He understands what will persuade the prosecution and court to a favorable decision.  He knows how to challenge the field sobriety tests administered by the officer.  And most importantly, Mr. Bruckheim understands the inherent weaknesses of the prosecution’s case and knows where and how to attack in order to achieve the best result for his client.

There are many avenues to successfully challenging a DWI/DUI.  With a criminal record and driving privileges at stake, it is essential that your attorney explore every possible angle to fight your DWI/DUI.  Mr. Bruckheim knows all the angles…and he can put his experience to work for you.

Ways to challenge a DWI/DUI

  • Field sobriety tests are inherently unreliable evidence
  • Was the stop legal?  (Did reasonable suspicion exist to make a stop to begin with)
  • Was the blood test or breathalyzer results accurate and properly performed by a qualified person?
  • Does the police dash cam support the officer’s version of events?
  • Are there other facts that make the breath test inaccurate, such as cough medicine or a medical condition?
  • Do you have witnesses that contradict the officer’s version of events?

If you have been charged with DWI/DUI, it is essential that you have experienced, aggressive legal representation.  Mr. Bruckheim has the knowledge and the experience, and he stands ready to fight for you.  Call him now at 240-753-8222 for a free initial consultation.

Click on the following for a summary of DWI/DUI laws:

Washington, D.C. Law

Maryland DUI/DWI Law

If you have been charged with a DWI/DUI, it is urgent that you retain experienced, aggressive legal counsel immediately.

Contact Mr. Bruckheim for a free, immediate consultation at 240-753-8222.  To email Mr. Bruckheim, click on “Contact” on the left side or at the top of the page.