# The Indian Stamp Act, 1899, Section 71: Jurisdiction of Magistrates

- Act: The Indian Stamp Act, 1899 (Act 2 of 1899)
- In force from: 1899-07-01
- Ministry: Ministry of Finance
- Source URL: https://indiacode.ecourtsindia.com/stamp-act/section/71/

## Text

No Magistrate other than a Presidency Magistrate or a Magistrate whose powers are not less than those of a Magistrate of the second class, shall try any offence under this Act.

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