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What This Bill Does
The Walton County Tax Collector's office will be closed from July 2nd through July 6th for the Independence Day holiday. The office also provides instructions for residents to claim unclaimed funds before they are transferred to the state.
Residents cannot access in-person tax or licensing services during the holiday closure, and those with unclaimed funds must contact the office or the state to recover them before they are permanently transferred.
Who It Affects
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Walton County Residents
Residents are unable to access in-person services during the holiday closure and may need to check for unclaimed property.
Key Facts
- The Walton County Tax Collector's office is closed from July 2nd through July 6th.
- Offices will reopen on Tuesday, July 7th at 8:00am.
- Unclaimed funds held by the Tax Collector are transferred to the Florida Department of Financial Services if not claimed within one year of January 1st.
- Residents can search for unclaimed property online at fltreasurehunt.gov.
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- Residents can contact the Finance Department at (850) 892-8121 to inquire about unclaimed funds.
- Standard office hours for North Walton, South Walton, and Freeport locations are 8:00am-4:30pm (Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri) and 8:30am-4:30pm (Wed).
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I do if I see my name on the unclaimed property list?
When are the tax collector offices open?
What happens to unclaimed funds if I don't claim them?
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The local office closure is explicitly linked to a state-level directive from the Governor's office.
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