The 136th General Assembly of Ohio has introduced a concurrent resolution to summon Judge Ted N. Berry of the Hamilton County Municipal Court to appear before the General Assembly. This action is based on allegations that Judge Berry has violated the Ohio Code of Judicial Conduct through a series of inappropriate public comments made on social media following the assassination of Charlie Kirk. The resolution cites specific violations of the Code, including promoting bias and failing to uphold the integrity and impartiality expected of a judge. The General Assembly asserts that these comments undermine public confidence in the judiciary and question Judge Berry's ability to remain impartial in his judicial duties.

The resolution outlines the procedural steps for Judge Berry's appearance, requiring him to contact the Speaker of the House and the President of the Senate to arrange a time and place for his hearing within ten days of being served with the resolution. It also stipulates that he may have legal counsel present during the proceedings. The resolution will be officially recorded in the House and Senate Journals, and copies will be sent to relevant state officials, including the Governor and the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Ohio.