The Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 (CrPc)
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.