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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.

Bond

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Bond

An amount of money that an Appellant deposits with the court while waiting for the decision of the higher court. This money will be used to pay the costs of the Appellee if the Appellant loses his or her appeal.

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