Tax Liens
Why didn’t the city notify me that they sent a tax lien to my employer/bank? Answer: When a lien is issued a copy is mailed to the taxpayer. There are no provisions in the Code of Virginia that requires a specific warning to the taxpayer regarding an impending lien. There are two names on the tax bill, why did you come after me? I was just a co-signer Answer: All names that appear on the registration are equally liable for payment of taxes. I thought the Treasurer’s Office had to take me to court before it could garnish my wages. Answer: This is not a garnishment it is a tax lien. The Code of Virginia section 58.1-3952 gives the Treasurer the authority to take such action without a court hearing. How can I stop my employer from deducting for this lien? Answer: You must pay the lien amount immediately by cash, money order, or certified funds. How much will my employer deduct each pay period? Answer: Because this is a tax lien your employer should deduct the full amount (100%) upon receipt. If the employee the tax lien was issued for no longer works for my company, what do I do? Answer: On company letterhead or on the lien notice, indicate the date of termination and mail or fax (441-2103) to the Treasurer’s Office. |
