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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.
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Petitioner

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Petitioner

In family law cases, the side initiating the case is called the Petitioner instead of the Plaintiff.

Synonyms: Plaintiff

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