What is this hearing about?

The hearing addresses a failure-to-appear matter involving minor S.D.B. and notifies the parents to respond.

When and where is the hearing?

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 10:00 AM at Yavapai-Apache Nation Tribal Court, 2400 W. Datsi Street, Middle Verde Reservation.

How long do I have to respond?

You have twenty (20) days from the notice date to respond before the hearing actions may proceed.

Who should I contact for more information?

Contact the Yavapai-Apache Nation Tribal Court deputy clerk (Avery Smith) at the court location for case details.

Court Notice — 2400 W. Datsi Street, Middle Verde Reservation, AZ (YACV2025-12)

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Failure to appear

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A tribal court hearing is set for May 12, 2026 at 10:00 AM regarding a failure-to-appear in the matter of minor S.D.B.; parents Mindy Caraveo and Jae Benally are notified and must respond within 20 days or risk rights being affected.

Key Takeaways

Hearing: May 12, 2026 at 10:00 AM
Location: Yavapai-Apache Nation Tribal Court, 2400 W. Datsi St.
You have 20 days to respond
Failure to appear may affect your rights
Case involves minor S.D.B.; parents notified

Published: May 9, 2026 · 1 week ago
Category: Court Notice
City: Middle Verde
Address

2400 W. Datsi Street, Middle Verde Reservation, AZ

Case #

YACV2025-12

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If you don't respond

If you do not respond within 20 days and fail to appear at the May 12, 2026 hearing, the court may proceed without you and take actions that could affect your parental or legal rights.

What to do next

1
Respond to the notice within 20 days
File a written response or contact the court immediately—20 days from April 16, 2026, to avoid default consequences.
2
Attend the hearing
Be present on May 12, 2026 at 10:00 AM at 2400 W. Datsi Street, Middle Verde Reservation to protect your rights.
3
Contact the court clerk
Call or visit the Yavapai-Apache Nation Tribal Court deputy clerk (Avery Smith) for case information and filing procedures.

Frequently asked questions

What is this hearing about?: The hearing addresses a failure-to-appear matter involving minor S.D.B. and notifies the parents to respond.
When and where is the hearing?: Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 10:00 AM at Yavapai-Apache Nation Tribal Court, 2400 W. Datsi Street, Middle Verde Reservation.
How long do I have to respond?: You have twenty (20) days from the notice date to respond before the hearing actions may proceed.
Who should I contact for more information?: Contact the Yavapai-Apache Nation Tribal Court deputy clerk (Avery Smith) at the court location for case details.

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Legal terms in this notice

Failure to Appear: A court filing that reports someone did not show up for a scheduled court date.

Full Notice Text

NOTICE OF HEARINGS -  -IN THE YAVAPAI-APACHE NATION TRIBAL COURT MIDDLE VERDE RESERVATION, ARIZONA IN THE MATTER OF: S.D.B., D.O.B.: 05/30/2021 A MINOR CHILD, AND CONCERNING: MINDY CARAVEO, MOTHER, JAE BENALLY, FATHER, AND MERRI JACKSON Case No. YACV2025-12 NOTICE OF HEARING TO: MINDY CARAVEO JAE BENALLY You are hereby notified that a FAILURE TO APPEAR was filed and is scheduled at the Yavapai-Apache Nation Tribal Court located at 2400 W. Datsi Street, Middle Verde Reservation. The date of Hearing: DATE: TUESDAY, MAY 12, 2026 TIME: 10:00 A.M. You have twenty (20) days to respond, failure to show cause could affect your rights. SO ORDERED this 16th day of APRIL, 2026. Avery Smith, Deputy Clerk, Yavapai-Apache Nation Tribal Court 2TVIPub: May 2, 9, 2026