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FAQ - Criminal Charges or Complaints in Court

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.

Can you appoint an attorney for me?

Only a judge can appoint an attorney, and only in certain cases. In most civil and family court cases, attorneys are not appointed.

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