In the fall of 2024, the Arizona Department of Child Safety (DCS) mailed letters to parents who once had an open dependecy and/or severance case.
Did you receive a letter? Visit the DCS letter page for more information.
Is it possible to change your marriage to a covenant marriage?
Yes, it is possible to change (also called convert) a marriage from a regular marriage to a covenant marriage. This court process may take place at any county superior court - Find My Court.
Steps for converting to a covenant marriage:
- Provide the court a signed, written, statement that says the following:
- Provide the court with a statement containing the details of the wedding. Some of the things that may be required include:
- Names of the married couple
- Name of the person who conducted the ceremony
- Names of the witnesses who signed the marriage certificate
- Date of ceremony
- Where the ceremony took place
- Play the fee to convert a marriage
Some courthouses have a preprinted form that can be filled out prior to or at the courthouse with the information above. Contact the court to see if they have a form that should be used.
The couple does not have to go through the premarital counseling that is required of traditional covenant marriages.