Magistrates' Courts (Criminal Justice (Children)) Rules (Northern Ireland) 1999

Summons to or warrant for arrest of parent or guardian

18.  Where a child is brought before a court in any proceedings against him or for any other reason, a summons or warrant may be issued to enforce the attendance of a parent or guardian in accordance with Article 15 of the Order, in the same manner as if a complaint were made upon which a summons or warrant could be issued against a defendant under Part V of the Magistrates' Courts (Northern Ireland) Order 1981 and a summons to the child may include a summons to the parent or guardian to enforce his attendance as aforesaid.