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FAQ - Procedural Guidance

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 default judgment?

A default judgment is when the legally given time has passed and the person has failed to respond. Once the time limit has passed a person may ask the court for a default judgment to be entered.

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