Your license, livelihood, and future deserve an aggressive defense
When facing DUI charges in New Jersey’s largest county, you need Eric B. Hannum, Esq., a DWI Institute certified attorney with 20+ years navigating all 40 Burlington County municipal courts.
Our proven track record challenging Alcotest results and leveraging New Jersey’s new plea bargaining provisions protects your driving privileges.
A Trusted DUI Attorney Defending Burlington County Clients Since 2003
Burlington County NJ DUI attorney
Fighting for Your Freedom Across Burlington County
If you’re facing DUI charges in Burlington County, the Law Office of Eric B. Hannum Esq., LLC understands the paralyzing fear threatening your license, career, and freedom. For over two decades, Eric B. Hannum, a DUI Institute certified attorney with extensive experience across Burlington County’s 40 municipal courts, has provided aggressive defense strategies that challenge every aspect of the state’s case. From constitutional violations during I-295 traffic stops to Alcotest equipment challenges and leveraging New Jersey’s revolutionary 2024 plea bargaining provisions, we combine deep technical knowledge with established relationships throughout Burlington County’s court system to minimize consequences, protect your driving privileges, and secure the best possible outcome for your future.
Eric B. Hannum – Founder & Attorney
What Our Clients Say…
What is a DUI in Burlington County, NJ
Under New Jersey law N.J.S.A. 39:4-50, a DUI occurs when someone operates a vehicle with a blood alcohol concentration of 0.08% or higher, or while under the influence of drugs. Burlington County’s strategic location between Philadelphia and New York City, combined with aggressive enforcement across major corridors, results in over 2,100 annual DUI arrests that demand experienced defense.
Aggressive Local Enforcement: Burlington County police concentrate enforcement along Interstate 295, New Jersey Turnpike (Exits 4-7), and heavily traveled Routes 38, 70, and 73. Mount Laurel, Evesham, and Moorestown departments received over $150,000 in state enforcement grants, targeting entertainment districts and conducting regular checkpoints on weekend nights between 11 PM and 3 AM.
Severe Penalties by BAC Level: First offense penalties escalate with blood alcohol content – 0.08-0.10% BAC results in three-month ignition interlock requirements under 2024 law changes, while 0.10-0.14% brings seven to twelve months interlock usage. BAC of 0.15% or higher triggers 4-6 month license suspension plus 9-15 months mandatory interlock installation.
2024 Law Changes Offer Options: Recent legal updates introduced voluntary ignition interlock device installation allowing limited driving privileges and created limited plea bargaining opportunities previously unavailable in DUI cases – strategic options Mr. Hannum aggressively pursues for Burlington County clients.
Permanent Consequences: Unlike other traffic violations, DUI convictions create permanent criminal records that cannot be expunged, with total costs for first offenses typically exceeding $10,000 including fines, mandatory $3,000 insurance surcharges, IDRC programs, and increased premiums that impact Burlington County families for years.
DUI Attorney with Proven Burlington County Experience
Eric B. Hannum stands out among Burlington County DUI attorneys with 20+ years defending countless drunk driving cases throughout New Jersey’s largest county. A Temple Law graduate with specialized DWI Institute certification, Mr. Hannum possesses technical expertise in field sobriety testing, Alcotest equipment, and constitutional challenges that few attorneys can match. From our Manasquan office, we serve clients facing DUI charges throughout Burlington and Ocean counties with an approach that combines aggressive defense strategies with personalized support during this stressful time.
DWI Institute Training
Advanced certification in drunk driving defense including Alcotest operation, field sobriety test administration, and drug recognition procedures provides crucial technical advantages in challenging prosecution evidence.
Established Court Relationships
With two decades practicing in Burlington County municipal courts from Mount Laurel to Bordentown, we understand each judge’s tendencies and maintain professional relationships with local prosecutors that benefit negotiation efforts, especially under the new plea bargaining provisions.
Personal Attention Guaranteed
Unlike high-volume DUI firms that treat clients as case numbers, Mr. Hannum personally handles every aspect of your defense from initial consultation through trial, ensuring direct attorney access 24/7.
How a DUI Attorney in Burlington County Can Help Your Defense
An experienced Burlington County DUI attorney protects your license and freedom through aggressive defense strategies tailored to your specific charges. With over 20 years defending countless DUI cases and specialized DWI Institute certification, we provide the technical expertise and local court knowledge needed to challenge the prosecution’s case across Burlington County’s 40 municipal courts.
Key Ways We Protect Your Interests:
Challenge Every Aspect of Your Stop & Arrest: We examine constitutional grounds for traffic stops on Routes 295, 38, or the Turnpike, field sobriety test administration, and arrest procedures to identify violations that can lead to case dismissal in Burlington County courts.
Expose Technical Flaws in Testing: Our DWI Institute training enables expert analysis of Alcotest 9510 calibration, operator certification, and the mandatory 20-minute observation period to invalidate breath test results – defenses proven successful from Mount Holly to Willingboro.
Navigate Burlington’s 40 Municipal Courts: Two decades of local practice provides crucial insight into each Burlington County judge’s tendencies and established prosecutor relationships that benefit plea negotiations and trial strategies now available under 2024 law changes.
Leverage New Legal Options: We utilize 2024’s plea bargaining provisions and voluntary ignition interlock programs to maintain driving privileges and potentially reduce charges previously unavailable in Burlington County DUI cases.
Protect Your Career & Future: Our strategic defense minimizes consequences for CDL holders and professionals throughout Burlington County, preventing license loss, jail time, and the $10,000+ financial impact of conviction.
The DUI Process in Burlington County
Navigating a DUI charge in Burlington County requires immediate action and experienced legal guidance through each critical phase. The Law Office of Eric B. Hannum provides comprehensive defense services from the moment of arrest through post-conviction proceedings, offering 24/7 emergency response and representation in all 40 municipal courts plus Superior Court appeals.
Arrest & Initial Processing
The process begins with arrest and mandatory chemical testing at Burlington County police stations. Officers must follow strict Alcotest 9510 protocols including 20-minute observation periods. We offer immediate 24/7 emergency response to protect your rights from the start.
Arraignment & Case Building
Within days, you’ll face arraignment in one of Burlington County’s 40 municipal courts to enter your plea. Our free case evaluation thoroughly reviews arrest details, evidence strength, and develops defense strategies tailored to your specific Burlington County jurisdiction.
Discovery & Pre-Trial Challenges
We obtain all evidence including police reports, Alcotest data from Burlington County departments, and video footage, then file motions challenging the stop’s validity, testing procedures, and evidence admissibility using our DWI Institute expertise.
Trial & Time Constraints
New Jersey’s 60-day speedy trial requirement creates urgency in Burlington County courts. Cases receive bench trials before municipal judges where prosecution must prove guilt beyond reasonable doubt with proper documentation – a burden we aggressively challenge.
Post-Conviction Support
If convicted, we guide you through license suspension, mandatory enrollment at Burlington County’s IDRC facility (609-265-5857), ignition interlock requirements, and the 20-day appeal window to Superior Court in Mount Holly, plus assistance with eventual license restoration.
Don’t Face Burlington County’s Aggressive DUI Prosecution Alone
Don’t let Burlington County’s sophisticated prosecution machine destroy your future; the decisions you make now will determine whether you keep your license, avoid jail, and protect your livelihood. With over 20 years defending DUI cases throughout Burlington County’s 40 municipal courts, Eric B. Hannum, Esq. brings DWI Institute certification and a proven track record of dismissals, acquittals, and reduced charges when it matters most.
We offer 24/7 emergency response for new arrests anywhere in Burlington County’s 827 square miles, flexible scheduling including evening and weekend appointments, plus free initial consultations to ensure you receive immediate guidance from an experienced DUI attorney when time is critical for preserving evidence and protecting your rights.
Why Choose Our Firm:
Defending Burlington County DUI cases since 2000 with proven results
Convenient Manasquan location serving all 40 Burlington County municipal courts
Personal attention from Eric B. Hannum, not an associate
Free consultations with transparent fee structures
Proven success challenging Alcotest results and police procedures
Don’t wait to protect your driving privileges and freedom across Burlington County.
Contact the Law Office of Eric B. Hannum Esq., LLC today at (732) 365-3299 and take immediate action to fight your DUI charges with experienced, aggressive legal defense by your side.