9:6-8.39 - Issuance of warrant and reports - New Jersey Statutes

9:6-8.39.  Issuance of warrant and reports
    a.  The court may issue a warrant directing the parent or guardian with whom  the child is residing to be brought before the court, when a complaint is filed  with the court under this act and it appears that (1) the summons cannot be  served;  or (2) the summoned person has refused to obey the summons;  or (3)  the parent or guardian is likely to leave the jurisdiction; or (4) a summons,  in the court's opinion, would be ineffectual;  or (5) the safety of the child  is endangered.

    b.  When issuing a warrant under this section, the court may also direct that the child be brought before the court.

    c.    If a warrant is not executed within 2 court days of its issuance such  fact shall be reported to the court within 3 court days of its issuance.

     L.1974, c. 119, s. 19, eff. Oct. 10, 1974.  Amended by L.1977, c. 209, s. 18,  eff. Sept. 7, 1977.