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 is legal information?
Legal information is communication of facts about court procedures, timing, and resources. It includes information contained in court records, examples of forms and pleadings, informational pamphlets, copies of statutes and explanation of court rules, procedures, practices and due dates.
What is legal advice?
1. A written or oral statement that interprets some aspect of the law, court rules, court procedures, or recommends a specific course of conduct in an actual or potential legal proceeding.
2. A written or oral statement that applies the law to an individual’s specific factual circumstances.
3. A written or oral statement that requires the person giving advice to have knowledge of the law and legal principles beyond familiarity with court requirements and procedures.
Resources
Video - Cans and Cannot of Court Help