John Randal Kopp

Defending Your Rights, Protecting Your Future

DUI Defense

What substances can trigger a DUI?

While you may question your level of resulting impairment from a night out, drinking and driving rules are no longer a surprise for most drivers. You may have a clear understanding of the potentially tragic consequences of drinking before driving your vehicle. Still,...

What does it take to get my license reinstated after a DUI?

Dealing with license revocation after a DUI conviction can be expensive and frustrating. Depending on how long your license was revoked, you may have had to make substantial changes to your life. When it is time to get your license reinstated, it can be a confusing...

What does it take to get my license reinstated after a DUI?

Dealing with license revocation after a DUI conviction can be expensive and frustrating. Depending on how long your license was revoked, you may have had to make substantial changes to your life. When it is time to get your license reinstated, it can be a confusing...

Can my prescription medication lead to a DUI?

It is relatively common knowledge that alcohol or illegal drugs can lead to a DUI. However, if you take prescription medications, an officer could still arrest you for driving under the influence. Prescription medications are vital to many people in the Chicago area,...

Helping party guests avoid a DUI

The holiday season is fast approaching, and with it comes invitations and party guests. Often, along with a gorgeous spread of food, comes stocking your home bar with drinks. While you hope that your friends and family will make responsible choices about driving home...

Is an open container ever ok in Illinois?

During a time when going out with friends and loved ones is difficult, Illinois officials decided to make a change to some open container laws to support both the restaurant industry and its patrons. It is important to note that the law changes do not make it legal...

Was your Breathalyzer result accurate?

If you are facing charges of drunk driving in Illinois, you know you are up against something that could change the course of your life. These are serious allegations, and a conviction could result in penalties that will affect your personal and professional life for...

What should I know about e-warrants?

When you think about police officers getting a warrant, you may recall scenes from movies and television where officers must appear in court, or, at the very least, get a judge on the phone. The officer talks to the judge about probable cause, and the judge issues a...

Should I refuse a field sobriety test?

The last thing you want to see on your way home from a night out is flashing lights in your rear-view mirror. You know that those lights never bring good news. After you respectfully answer the officer’s questions, they ask you to step out of your vehicle. Even if you...

DUI charges and travel restrictions

In recent weeks, many people have decided to cancel their travel plans. However, others continue to travel, whether they need to attend a crucial business meeting or a family member's wedding. Moreover, many people are scheduling plans to travel at some point in the...

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