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.
What is a public defender?
A public defender is an attorney who represents a person who is accused of a crime who cannot afford to hire an attorney. Some counties have public defender offices that have a number of attorneys on staff. Some counties may contract with private attorneys to provide services on court appointments.