Act no. 2 of 19151915In forceJharkhand (State Act)
86. Magistrate having jurisdiction to try offences-
No Magistrate other than-
(a) a Magistrate whose powers are not less than those of a Magistrate of the second class, or
(b) a Magistrate of the third class specially empowered by the District Magistrate in this behalf
shall try any offence punishable under this Act.