# The Police Act, 1861, Section 35: Jurisdiction

- Act: The Police Act, 1861 (Act 5 of 1861)
- In force from: 1861-03-22
- Ministry: Ministry of Home Affairs
- Source URL: https://indiacode.ecourtsindia.com/police-act-1861/section/35/

## Text

1 * * * Any charge against a police-officer above the rank of a constable under this Act shall be enquired into and determined only by an officer exercising the powers of a 2Magistrate.

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