Tax Execution
/ˈtæks ɪɡˌzɛkjuˈʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) The legal process by which a government enforces the collection of unpaid taxes, often through seizure and sale of property.
The county initiated a tax execution to recover the unpaid property taxes from the delinquent taxpayer.
Forms
- tax execution
- tax executions
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Commentary
Tax execution is a formal enforcement procedure distinct from voluntary payment or assessment, requiring strict compliance with statutory procedures to avoid challenges.
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