In the fall of 2024, the Arizona Department of Child Safety (DCS) mailed letters to parents who once had an open dependency and/or severance case.
Did you receive a letter? Visit the DCS letter page for more information.
Why was my special action was dismissed before the other side responded?
Special action petitions are screened by the judges. If they determine that a petition fails to establish a reason the court might accept jurisdiction, they may dismiss the petition without ordering a response.