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.
What is a guardian?
A guardian exercises parental powers and responsibilities for a minor with approval of the Court but a guardian is not legally responsible for the support of the minor.
- This process is voluntary and temporarily gives the parental rights to the guardian
- A guardianship does not terminate the parents' rights or their obligation of child support
- Either parent of the minor can end a guardianship at any time, for any reason
- By accepting appointment as guardian, you agree to meet the responsibilities required by the Court