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.
What are the timelines for filing a special action?
There are no timelines for filing a special action. But, it may be difficult to convince the court that an appeal is not an appropriate remedy if a great deal of time has passed before the petitioner asks for special action relief.