#Special Court Jurisdiction

Allahabad HC rules that Special Courts under the NIA Act, 2008 cannot assume jurisdiction over scheduled offences unless the Central Government explicitly directs investigation under Section 6. The ruling clarifies that mere inclusion of an offence in the Schedule is insufficient, requiring State agencies to proceed in regular courts unless federal intervention is invoked.

Punjab and Haryana High Court holds that invocation of Section 27A NDPS Act mandates trial by Special Court irrespective of contraband quantity, overriding Magistrate jurisdiction.

Bombay High Court holds that Special Courts cannot dismiss Atrocities Act cases without examining prima facie applicability; must record factual findings before declining jurisdiction.

Chhattisgarh High Court holds that offences under IPC Sections 489-A to 489-E committed before 2019 NIA Amendment remain triable by Special Court (NIA) with trial continuing from existing stage.