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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

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Glossaries

Term Main definition
Least restrictive treatment alternative

The treatment plan and setting that infringe in the least possible degree with the right of the patient to liberty and that are consistent with providing needed treatment in a safe and humane manner.
Licensed physician

Any medical doctor or doctor of osteopathy who is either:

  • Licensed in this state.
  • A full-time hospital physician licensed in another state and serving on the staff of a hospital operated or licensed by the United States government.
Local administration

Administration by a personal representative appointed in this state pursuant to appointment proceedings described in Arizona Revised Statutes, Chapter 3.
Local personal representative

Any personal representative appointed in this state pursuant to appointment proceedings described in Arizona Revised Statutes, Chapter 3 and excludes foreign personal representatives who acquire the power of a local personal representative pursuant to Arizona Revised Statutes, Section 14-4205.

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