California Judge Convicted and Sentenced to 35 Years to Life Imprisonment for Fatal Shooting of His Wife
On Wednesday, Judge Jeffrey Ferguson, a former prosecutor in the Orange County District Attorney's Office, was sentenced to 35 years to life in prison for the shooting of his wife, Sheryl Ferguson.
Jeffrey Ferguson, 74, had served as an Orange County Superior Court judge since 2015. He and Sheryl Ferguson, 65, were married for 27 years.
The shooting incident occurred on Aug. 3, 2023, following a drunken argument over money. The prosecutors argued that Judge Ferguson intentionally shot his wife, but the judge himself ruled the incident a 'horrific accident.'
Despite his claim, Judge Ferguson was convicted of second-degree murder. However, the name of his defender in the court trial remains undisclosed.
Sheryl Ferguson was a loving wife and a respected member of the community. Her tragic death has left a void that will be hard to fill.
Jeffrey Ferguson's sentencing marks the end of a distinguished legal career that spanned more than 30 years in the Orange County District Attorney's Office. His conviction serves as a stark reminder that even those who uphold justice can fall from grace.
This is a developing story and more details will be released as they become available. Our thoughts are with the Ferguson family during this difficult time.
