Juvenile Department

Focusing on the welfare of children and families and ensuring families have support and resources to meet their fullest potential

Have questions? Contact us at juveniledept@jbazmc.maricopa.gov or call (602) 506-4533.

Upcoming Events

Project Restore - Saturday, September 12, 2026

Do you have a juvenile delinquency record in Maricopa County? You might be eligible for destruction of records, restoration of civil rights, set aside of a juvenile adjudication, or expungement of marijuana-related offenses.

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Sacred Threads Cultural Event – Saturday, September 12, 2026

Do you have an Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA) case before Judge Whitehead? If so, we invite you to register for this free cultural event for youth, parents, caregivers, and families participating in Maricopa County ICWA Court.

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Adoptions

Adoption petitions for minors must be filed with the Juvenile Department. Adoption provides permanency to children.

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Delinquency

Youth (under the age of 18) who are alleged to have committed an offense in Maricopa County will have the case heard before the Juvenile Department.

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Dependency

Dependency cases are about the safety of children and often involves the Department of Child Safety (DCS). In these cases, the Juvenile Court may step in for safeguarding.

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