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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.
DCS Letter Information

Non-Custodial Parent

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Non-Custodial Parent

The parent that has not been granted legal custody of the children.  The parent who is not the primary caretaker of the children.

Synonyms: NCP

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