WHAT ARE TAX WARRANTS?
The Sheriff’s office is given the statutory duty to collect the previous year’s delinquent taxes that are not paid on personal property. The Sheriff receives the delinquent tax notices from the Treasurer’s office the middle of March for collection during the six months of April 1st through October 1st of each calendar year. The Sheriff’s Office makes a demand for money to satisfy the delinquent tax. All monies received will be given to the Treasurer for the satisfaction of the account. CAN THE SHERIFF’S OFFICE RESOLVE LANDLORD/TENANT DISPUTES? The relationship between a landlord and his/her tenant is one of a personal & civil nature. As such, the Sheriff’s Office cannot intervene or decide these disputes. If the parties involved cannot reach an agreement, they will have to take their case to court. They may do this by contacting an attorney, or in some cases, they may file a case with the Clerk of the District Court. For additional information concerning the landlord/tenant relationshi
