New Jersey Statutes Title 9. Children Juvenile and Domestic Relations Courts 9 § 2-18

An approved agency which is providing supervision of a child may institute an action in the Superior Court, seeking the termination of the rights of the parents of such child and the transfer of custody of such child to the agency.  A prior surrender of custody as provided by Article II   1  of this act shall not be deemed a waiver of notice or service of process in proceedings under Article III hereof.  2  At least five days prior to the hearing, the plaintiff shall file with the court a written report as to all circumstances of the case.