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.
Civil Case
Glossaries
| Term | Main definition |
|---|---|
| Civil Case | Most lawsuits are categorized as either civil or criminal, with the exception of Industrial Commission and Corporation Commission cases. Civil cases are typically cases between people or corporations for money or injunctive or declaratory judgment relief. Tax and family law cases are also civil cases. |