| A: Collection of past due accounts is enforced by use of the
various remedies vailable under the law, including: withholding and /
or suspension of motor vehicle registrations; filing of tax liens; foreclosure
of tax liens; sale of real property at public auction (tax sale); levy
and seizure of taxable goods and chattels, with subsequent sale and distribution;
withholding, suspension or revocation of licenses or permits required
in the operation of a business, including health permits; denial of building
permits on tax delinquent property; and garnishment of wages. Also: Seizure
of assets; seizure of bank accounts; issuance of alias tax warrants for
collection by marshal or constable; initiation of suit to collect or foreclosure
proceedings; and assignment of tax liens. The Norwalk Tax Collector's
office is sincerely committed to the efficient collection of past due
taxes. Our next tax sale (public auction) is scheduled for Monday,
June 23, 2008. |