Case Number

CA 26 116081

Defendant

Terry Ferrell

Case Description

Terry Ferrell was sentenced to life in prison following a jury trial in 2005. The trial court permitted Ferrell to file a delayed motion for a new trial in 2024, but ultimately denied the motion in January, 2026. Ferrell appeals the denial on the basis of DNA exclusions and witness recantations.

Case Primacy

Yes

County

Cuyahoga

Conviction Year

2003

Court

Cuyahoga County Court of Common Pleas

Current Judge