In the fall of 2024, the Arizona Department of Child Safety (DCS) mailed letters to parents who once had an open dependecy and/or severance case.
Did you receive a letter? Visit the DCS letter page for more information.
What is the difference between a trial and an oral argument for an appeal?
An oral argument is an opportunity to discuss why the decision of the trial court was incorrect. No new evidence is presented. The only evidence consists of the papers, exhibits, and testimony previously admitted by the Superior Court. The Court of Appeals and Supreme Court do not conduct trials.