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Section 261 - Code of Criminal Procedure Act, 1973
Code of Criminal Procedure Act, 1973
261.Summary trial by Magistrate of the second class.-
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.
Related Sections
- Section 132: Protection against prosecution for acts done under preceding sections
- Section 447: Procedure in case of insolvency or death of surety or when a bond is forfeited
- Section 288: Return of commission
- Section 33: Powers of officers appointed
- Section 479: Case in which Judge or Magistrate is personally interested
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