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.
Initiating Jurisdiction
Glossaries
| Term | Main definition |
|---|---|
| Initiating Jurisdiction | A county, district or state in which a legal action is initiated. Used most often in reference to interstate cases. |