Chapter XXI
Section 261 CrPC: Summary trial by Magistrate of the second class
New Law Update (2024)
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TRIAL COURT
Magistrate of the second class
Punishment
Procedural / Administrative
Cognizable?
Bailable?
Compoundable?
Bare Act Text
The High Court may confer on any Magistrate invested with the powers of a Magistrate of the second class power to try summarily any offence which is punishable only with fine or with imprisonment for a term not exceeding six months with or without fine, and any abetment of or attempt to commit any such offence.