Oak Brook · DuPage County · 18th Judicial Circuit
Arrested for DUI in DuPage County?
A DUI charge is not a conviction. The right defense changes everything.
★★★★★ "Andy challenged the breathalyzer calibration and got the evidence thrown out." — R.M.
How Andy Sotiropoulos Fights Your Case
1. I listen first
The consultation is free, and it is with me — not an intake service, not a junior associate. Tell me the whole story: the stop, the tests, every interaction with the officer. The lawyer you talk to on the first call is the lawyer standing next to you at every hearing.
2. I challenge the traffic stop
Police need reasonable suspicion to pull you over. If the stop was illegal, evidence gets suppressed. I review dashcam footage and police reports to find procedural errors.
3. I attack the test results
Breathalyzers require proper calibration and certified operators — errors are common, and I check the maintenance records and training logs. Field sobriety tests are subjective and unreliable, and I challenge the officer's interpretation.
4. I protect your license and your career
You have 90 days to request a hearing to save your driving privileges. I file the petition to rescind and fight at the hearing. I also understand IDFPR, FAA, ARDC, and professional licensing boards — I fight the career consequences, not just the charge.
5. I prepare every case to negotiate or go to trial
I appear at the DuPage County Courthouse in Wheaton every week. I know the 18th Circuit judges, the State's Attorney's office, and when to fight versus when to negotiate. The other side knows I am willing to go the distance — and that changes how they negotiate.
Andy Sotiropoulos, DUI Defense Attorney
Andy Sotiropoulos — Fighting for People Like You
In 25+ years of DUI defense, I've handled over 3,000 cases in Illinois courts. Only DUI. Nothing else.
I started as a prosecutor, so I know how the other side builds cases — and where they're weak. I am a State Delegate of the National College for DUI Defense, and I understand the breathalyzer technology, blood testing protocols, and the science prosecutors rely on.
My office is in Oak Brook. I appear at the DuPage County Courthouse in Wheaton multiple times per week. I know the judges, the prosecutors, and how the 18th Circuit handles DUI cases.
When you hire me, you get me. Not a junior associate. Not a paralegal handling your calls. Me.
DUI Cases I Defend
From a first offense to the most serious DUI charges — Naperville, Downers Grove, Elmhurst, Lombard, Wheaton, Glen Ellyn, and everywhere else in DuPage County:
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First DUI
Usually a Class A misdemeanor, but still a charge that can cost your license, your record, and your job. I treat it like it matters, because it does.
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Fighting the Charge
Illegal stops, bad breath tests, improper field sobriety tests, and procedural errors. I investigate every case for the weakness that wins it.
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License Suspension
The 90-day window to challenge your suspension, and the MDDP permit that can keep you driving. Deadlines decide these cases — do not miss yours.
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Breathalyzer Defense
Calibration records, operator certification, and the science behind the number. I know where these tests go wrong.
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DUI Penalties
What you are actually facing — jail exposure, fines, revocation — and what a real defense can do about it.
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Professional License Defense
Nurses, pilots, attorneys, CDL drivers. I work with licensing boards to protect careers, not just handle the criminal charge.
Clients Who Fought Back
Past results do not guarantee future outcomes. Every case is different.
“I thought my nursing career was over. Andy challenged the breathalyzer calibration and got the evidence thrown out. Charges dismissed. I'm still working today.”
— R.M.
“Other lawyers just wanted me to plead guilty. Andy actually investigated my case, found problems with the traffic stop, and negotiated a much better outcome.”
— T.K.
“As a CDL driver, a DUI would have ended my career. Andy fought the charges and worked with the licensing board. I kept my CDL and my job.”
— J.S.
Common Questions About DUI Defense
Can you actually beat a DUI charge?
Yes. DUI cases can be won on procedural errors (illegal stop), equipment problems (breathalyzer calibration), officer mistakes (improper field sobriety tests), or evidentiary issues. Not every case is winnable, but many have weaknesses that can lead to dismissal or reduced charges. That's why you need an attorney who investigates — not one who just pleads you out.
How much does this cost?
Fees depend on the complexity of your case. What I can tell you: the consultation is free. I'll review your case, explain your options, and quote a fee based on what needs to be done. I offer payment plans. More importantly, the cost of a conviction — lost job, higher insurance, permanent record — far exceeds legal fees.
Will I lose my license?
The suspension takes effect automatically on the 46th day after notice — but you have 90 days to petition the circuit court to rescind it, and you may qualify for a Monitoring Device Driving Permit (MDDP) that keeps you driving. Act before day 46 for the best chance to be heard first.
Will I go to jail?
For a first-offense DUI in Illinois, jail is possible but not guaranteed. Factors include your BAC level, whether there was an accident, and your prior record. Most first-time offenders with proper representation avoid jail. Let me review your specific case.
Does it matter that my case is in DuPage County?
Yes — and it works in your favor if your lawyer is local. Every DuPage County DUI case goes to one place: the 18th Judicial Circuit courthouse in Wheaton. I am there multiple times a week. I know the judges, the State's Attorney's office, and how this courthouse handles DUI cases. That local knowledge is part of how I build your defense.
What should I do right now?
Call me. Don't talk to police without an attorney. Don't post about your case on social media. Don't miss the 90-day deadline for your license hearing. The sooner I can review your case, the more options we have to fight it.
Get a Free, Confidential Case Review
Tell me what happened. I will give you a straight read on where you stand — no pressure, no obligation. You can use the form below, or call (708) 408-9010 or email me directly.
Tell Andy What Happened
The consultation is free, and Andy answers your questions himself. No pressure, no obligation — just a straight read on where you stand.
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