New Jersey Statutes Title 9. Children Juvenile and Domestic Relations Courts 9 § 6-8.39

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.