Arizona Dependency Petition is a legal document used to initiate a court proceeding for a child to become a dependent of the state. A dependency petition is filed when the court has reason to believe that the child is in need of protection due to neglect, abuse, or other related issues. The petition may be filed by a parent, a guardian, or an authorized representative, such as a child welfare agency or an attorney. There are two types of Arizona Dependency Petition: Neglect/Abuse Petition and Dependency Petition. A Neglect/Abuse Petition is used when a child is believed to be suffering from abuse or neglect due to the actions of a parent or guardian. This type of petition seeks to remove the child from the home and have the court appoint a guardian. A Dependency Petition is used when a child is in need of the state's protection due to the absence of or neglect by parents. This type of petition seeks to have the court appoint a guardian, provide supervision, and provide for the child's basic needs.