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.
Appeals
Glossaries
| Term | Main definition |
|---|---|
| Memorandum | A written document in support of a certain position. |
| Money Judgment | A money judgment is a judgment signed by a judge of the Superior Court requiring one party to pay a specific amount of money to another person. |
| Motion | A motion is a paper filed with the Superior Court, the Court of Appeals, or the Arizona Supreme Court requesting that certain relief be granted. For example, a motion is filed in the Court of Appeals requesting an extension of time to file the Opening Brief. |
| Motion to Set Aside | A request that the court “set aside” an Order so that it will not take effect. |
| Municipal Court | A lower, limited jurisdiction court. |