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1. What is the responsibility of the Reno County Sheriff’s Office in collecting personal property delinquent taxes?

Delinquent personal property tax collection becomes the responsibility of the sheriff each year when the Reno County treasurer publishes and delivers the Tax Warrants to the sheriff. While the sheriff maintains ultimate responsibility, he appoints a tax deputy to manage this program.

Reporting to the sergeant of civil process, the deputy is assisted by the civil process clerk. Responsibilities of the tax deputy include door-to-door tax collection, seizing property in lieu of cash, and arranging sales to satisfy tax debts. Generally, this collection begins in mid-to-late February and continues through September, ending on the first of October.

Collection involves only the current delinquent year. Periods outside the current delinquent year remain the responsibility of the Reno County Treasurer. Example: 2012 delinquent personal property taxes are collected between February and October 2013 by the Reno County Sheriff. The Reno County treasurer collects all other delinquent taxes during this time.

2. What kinds of property would these taxes include?

Vehicles (non-highway, salvage, trucks tagged 16m or higher, ect.), mobile homes not on a foundation, buildings (RV’S) on leased ground, boats, ATVs, golf carts, trailers, oil, and gas royalties; property not included on real estate tax rolls.

3. I did not receive a tax notice from Reno County in November.

If you moved and have not given the Reno County Treasurer’s Office your change of address that may have caused you not to receive your tax statement. You will need to contact the Reno County Treasurer’s Office at 620-694-2938.

4. What if I think I have already paid these taxes?

You will need to contact the Reno County Treasurer’s Office at 620-694-2938.

5. Why is the delinquent tax bill more then it was in November?

Interest and fees (warrant, advertising) have been added to your delinquent tax bill.

6. What if I've previously sold the property and don’t believe I owe the delinquent tax?

Contact the Reno County Appraiser’s Office at 620-694-2920. They are the only ones who can take you off the tax rolls. You will need to bring proof of sale or information concerning disposal.

7. What if these taxes are not mine, they are my son’s, daughter’s, etc.?

Contact the Reno County Appraiser’s Office at 620-694-2920.

8. What form of payment is required to pay the delinquent tax?

You can pay by cash, check, credit card, debit card, or money order payable to the Reno County Sheriffs Office. If paying in cash at the Reno County Sheriffs Office please bring the exact change of your tax warrant. Make checks payable to Reno County Sheriff.

The Sheriff’s Office accepts the following credit cards: VISA, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover Card. Should you choose to use any of the above credit cards, there will be a convenience fee of approximately 2.50% charge based on the amount of tax.

9. Where can I pay my delinquent personal property tax?

You can pay your delinquent tax by United States mail or visit the Reno County Courthouse:
206 W. First
Hutchinson, KS 67501

Our Civil Process office is located on the second floor (mezzanine / balcony). We are open weekdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. If you mail your payment please include the tax warrant number so we can apply your payment to the correct person or business.

10. Can I make a partial payment?

No partial payments will be accepted. The amount of the delinquent personal property tax needs to be paid in full. For personal property, if the first half is not paid by December 20th, the full amount becomes due plus monthly interest and fees.

11. Will I be able to renew my vehicle tags if my delinquent personal property taxes are not paid in full?

No. You will be unable to renew your vehicle tags or title a new vehicle until your delinquent personal property taxes are paid in full.

12. If I still have questions, what number do I call?

If you still have questions, call 620-694-2726.