David M. Rafferty
David Rafferty & Associates
June, 2006 to present

2006 - present
Illinois State Bar Association

2006 - present
American Bar Association

March, 2001 to May, 2006
Asst. State's Attorney
DuPage County

2004
Prosecutor of the Year
DuPage County

2000
Admitted to Illinois Bar

January, 2000
The John Marshall Law School
Chicago, IL
Juris Doctor

1992
College of Rathmines
Dublin, Ireland
Master of International Law

1991
University College Dublin
Dublin, Ireland
Bachelor of Arts (cum laude)
Misdemeanors
Misdemeanors are offenses that have a maximum punishment of up to a year in the county jail, and/or fines totalling $2500.

Misdemeanors offenses include:

  • most DUIs and Driving While License Suspended
  • most Retail Thefts and Thefts
  • simple Battery
  • Domestic Battery
  • possession of drug paraphernalia
  • Reckless Driving
  • most Disorderly Conducts

While the penalties for misdemeanors are not as serious as felonies, misdemeanors are still criminal offenses that could have long-lasting impact on you and your life - including jail time, permanent criminal record, and loss of driving privileges.

David has been handling misdemeanors including plea negotiations, evidentiary hearings, bench trials and jury trials for ten years. David Rafferty can bring his extensive criminal defense experience and knowledge to bear on your criminal case at a reasonable cost. Call Daivd Rafferty and Associates at 773.837.4493 to arrange a free initial consultation.

David M. Rafferty • Criminal and Juvenile Defense Attorney
Phone: 773.837.4493 • Fax: 773.935.8840
555 West Jackson, Blvd., Suite 700 • Chicago, IL 60661
e-mail: david@davidraffertylaw.com