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1. I did not have an extension but mailed my return by regular mail on April 30th. The county auditor received my return on May 2nd and assessed a late filing penalty. Why was I penalized and can I appeal this penalty?
Since the return was not sent by certified mail or one of the approved delivery systems, and had an April 30th postmark, it needed to be received by the appropriate county auditor or the Tax Commissioner’s office no later than April 30th to be considered timely filed.
You may file a Petition for Abatement of Penalty with the Tax Commissioner. Your appeal must be received within 60 days of the assessment date to be considered. Additional instructions for filing this appeal can be found on the back of the preliminary assessment certificate.
2. What if I pay my taxes late? Where can I appeal a late payment penalty?
Late payment penalties must first be appealed to the local county treasurer’s office. Late paid tangible personal property taxes are subject to a 5 percent or 10 percent penalty, as well as interest charges. The interest accrues monthly, is based on the current market rate and cannot be appealed.
