BNSS · CHAPTER XXII — Summary Trials

Section 284. Summary trial by Magistrate of second class

In force · As amended up to 2026-08

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.

Source: India Code