Crittenden County property tax bills will be payable beginning next week, with a two percent discount given on face value of the bill if paid before Nov. 2. The sheriff’s office reports notices are already on their way to mailboxes, but if not received in the next few days, taxpayers should contact the sheriff at 965-3400.
Those mailing in their 2011 tax payment should include a copy of the bill or note the tax bill number on the check. For a receipt, a copy of the bill should be included along with payment and a self-addressed stamped envelope for paid confirmation to be returned.
Those paying in person at the sheriff’s courthouse office are asked to bring their tax bill to ensure proper credit. Credit and debit cards are accepted, but a transaction fee will be charged to cover the cost incurred by the sheriff for such electronic transactions.
If not paid by Nov. 1, face value of the tax bill will be due through the end of the year. Beginning Jan. 1, 2012, a penalty of five percent will be added to the total if taxes are paid before February. Afterward, the penalty increases to 10 percent plus an additional fee. If not paid by April 16, 2012, the tax bill will be considered delinquent.
