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Experienced Philadelphia DUI Lawyer | B. Humble Law
A DUI charge in Philadelphia can jeopardize your license, your livelihood, and your freedom. For more than 25 years, attorney Brian F. Humble has defended Pennsylvania drivers from City Hall to the Juanita Kidd Stout Center for Criminal Justice—and in courtrooms across the surrounding counties. If you are facing a DUI arrest, you deserve a defense built on experience, preparation, and respect.
DUI Defense at B. Humble Law - Who We Help
Every DUI case carries its own facts and its own consequences. Brian F. Humble works with clients across a range of circumstances, including:
First-Time Offenses
Protecting your record and exploring every option, from ARD eligibility to challenging the evidence at a preliminary hearing.
CDL Holders
A DUI can end a commercial driving career. We fight to preserve your CDL and your ability to earn a living.
DUI-Drugs & Refusals
Drug-related DUI charges and chemical test refusals carry unique penalties. We challenge the evidence and the procedures behind them.
Repeat & Post-ARD Cases
With the 2026 ARD law change, second offenses carry steeper consequences. We build a defense around the new legal landscape.
Pennsylvania DUI Tiers and Penalties (2026 Update)
Pennsylvania uses a tiered system to classify DUI offenses based on your Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) at the time of the stop. The tier determines not only the severity of the criminal charge—ranging from an ungraded misdemeanor to a felony—but also the length of your license suspension, potential jail time, fines, and whether an ignition interlock device will be required.
Common DUI Defense Strategies
An arrest is not proof of guilt. Brian F. Humble examines every detail of a DUI case to identify weaknesses in the prosecution's evidence. Common defense strategies include:
Challenging the Traffic Stop
Police must have reasonable suspicion to initiate a traffic stop. If the officer lacked a lawful basis for pulling you over—whether for a claimed traffic violation or erratic driving—any evidence gathered afterward may be suppressed at a preliminary hearing. Attorney Humble scrutinizes dashcam footage, police reports, and dispatch records to evaluate whether your Fourth Amendment rights were violated.
Breathalyzer Calibration & Blood Testing
Breathalyzer devices must be properly maintained and calibrated according to strict schedules set by the Pennsylvania Department of Health. A failure in breathalyzer calibration, operator certification, or chain-of-custody protocols can render BAC results unreliable. Brian F. Humble routinely subpoenas maintenance logs and certification records to challenge the accuracy of the state's evidence.
Field Sobriety Test Administration
Field sobriety tests—the walk-and-turn, horizontal gaze nystagmus, and one-leg stand—must be administered according to standardized protocols established by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Environmental factors, medical conditions, and officer errors in administering or scoring these tests can all undermine their reliability in court.
Why Choose B. Humble Law?
The name says it all: humble, but aggressive. Brian F. Humble treats every client with dignity and respect from the first phone call through the resolution of their case. But in the courtroom, he fights—challenging the prosecution's evidence, holding law enforcement accountable, and pursuing the best possible outcome for every client.
With more than 25 years focused on DUI defense in Philadelphia and the surrounding Pennsylvania counties, Brian F. Humble has handled thousands of cases across every BAC tier, every offense level, and every factual scenario. He understands the local courts, the judges, and the prosecutors. He knows how to navigate the system—and how to use it to protect your rights.
When your license, your career, and your freedom are on the line, you need a DUI defense attorney who has seen it all and is prepared for anything.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I get my license back after a DUI?
In many cases, yes. The length of your license suspension depends on the BAC tier of your offense, whether it is a first or subsequent charge, and whether you refused chemical testing. Pennsylvania allows some drivers to apply for an occupational limited license during their suspension period, and most drivers become eligible for full reinstatement once the suspension ends. An ignition interlock device may be required for a set period after restoration. Brian F. Humble can evaluate your situation and guide you through the PennDOT reinstatement process.
What is the ARD program in Philadelphia?
Accelerated Rehabilitative Disposition (ARD) is a pre-trial diversion program available to eligible first-time DUI offenders. If accepted and successfully completed, the charges against you can be dismissed and your arrest record expunged. The program typically involves a period of probation, attendance at alcohol highway safety school, community service, court costs, and any treatment the court deems appropriate. Not every defendant qualifies—acceptance is at the discretion of the District Attorney's Office. Having an experienced DUI defense attorney advocate on your behalf can strengthen your application.
How does the 2026 ARD law change my case?
Act 58 of 2025, which took effect in late December 2025, created the offense of "DUI Following Diversion." If you previously completed ARD for a DUI and are now facing a new DUI charge within 10 years, the prosecution can treat you as a repeat offender. This means enhanced penalties—including mandatory jail time, longer license suspensions, and higher fines—that did not apply under the prior legal framework created by the Shifflett ruling. If this applies to your situation, it is critical to consult with a Philadelphia DUI lawyer who understands the new law and can build a defense strategy around it.