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.
Fee Waiver and Deferral Federal Poverty Levels
The Federal Poverty Levels for the 48 contiguous states and the District of Columbia. These help to decide if you are eligible for a fee waiver or deferral. If your income equals or falls below 150% of the poverty level, you are eligible. For those with incomes higher than 150% of the poverty level, you will have to meet other requirements to qualify.
pdf 2024 Federal Poverty Guidelines (261 KB)
pdf 2023 Federal Poverty Guidelines (157 KB)