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.
When do I have to pay my fine?
The terms and schedule for paying fines and other obligations are set by the judge at the time of sentencing. If you have lost the paperwork, the information may be available in the public record or from the probation office, if applicable.