Established in 1976, the Dhaka Metropolitan Magistrate is a vital judicial authority in Dhaka, Bangladesh, tasked with maintaining law and order across the metropolitan area. It oversees criminal cases, summary trials, public safety matters, and administrative functions under the country’s legal framework.
The magistrate is empowered to issue warrants, hear petitions, grant bail, and enforce court orders within city limits. As a core component of Dhaka’s metropolitan judicial system, it plays a crucial role in ensuring fair, timely, and effective justice, while working closely with law enforcement agencies to uphold peace and public security.