SB 1081
DCS cases; attorney appearances
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Bill overview
Senate Bill 1081 changes Arizona law regarding attorneys representing the Department of Child Safety (DCS) in cases involving dependency, adoption, termination of parental rights, or guardianship. The bill restricts attorneys who regularly represent the DCS from appearing before the same judge in consecutive cases. This aims to prevent potential bias and undue influence by requiring attorneys to rotate and work with different judges and courtrooms. The bill prioritizes keeping children with their biological families and kinship when possible.
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