Tax Deed Filing Procedure
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Tax Deed Filing Procedure
Effective 1-6-12
- Each case MUST be clipped separately with the appropriate amount of Take Notices included.
- Postcards MUST be clipped with matching case number, preferably in the order of the sheriff rider. Bulk postcards will NOT be accepted.
- Certified Mail labels MUST be clipped with matching case number. Label must include all defendant address information as well as case number.
- Tax Deed Petitions MUST be clipped with matching case number. Please indicate on sheriff rider which services require a tax deed petition.
- Secretary of State checks MUST be clipped with matching case number. SOS affidavit of compliance forms must be filled out in duplicate and clipped with matching case number. Please indicate which services require the SOS check and the check amount on sheriff rider.
Following these procedures will allow for a faster turnaround on your work. We appreciate your attention on this matter. If you should have any questions or concerns please contact the Tax Deed Dept at 312-603-5356.