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 happens at the arraignment?
The process may vary depending on the court. The judge usually sets bail and informs the defendant, the person charged with a crime, of the charges, available rights, consequences of a conviction, and the importance of appearing for scheduled hearings. The defendant enters an initial plea at arraignment, too, typically “guilty” or “not guilty.”