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How to Request Public Records from the Okaloosa County Tax Collector

Original title: Public Records - Okaloosa County Tax Collector

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The Frame

What this does

Residents have a legal right to access government records, and this document outlines the specific contact information and procedures required to obtain them from the Okaloosa County Tax Collector.

Who is mentioned in the record

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Okaloosa County Residents

Residents are the primary users of the public records request process and are subject to the office's policies regarding fees and public disclosure of contact information.

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Summary

This document provides instructions for accessing public records held by the Okaloosa County Tax Collector, including property tax and business tax receipt information. Residents can use an online portal for self-service searches or submit a formal request to the designated Records Custodian.

Key Facts

Public records can be searched online via the Okaloosa County Tax Collector's Public Records Portal.
Records not available online can be requested in writing or via email to the Records Custodian.
Cristina Davenport is the designated Records Custodian for the office.
Requests can be mailed to 1250 N. Eglin Pkwy Ste 101, Shalimar, FL 32579.
The office may charge fees to cover administrative time and media costs for fulfilling records requests.
Under Florida law, email addresses sent to the office are considered public records and may be released upon request.
Residents who wish to keep their email address private are advised to contact the office by phone or mail instead of email.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I search for tax records online?

Yes, you can use the Public Records Portal on the Okaloosa County Tax Collector's website to search for property taxes and business tax receipts.

Will I be charged for a public records request?

There may be a cost associated with your request to cover the office's administrative time and the media used to provide the information.

Is my email address private if I send a request?

No, under Florida law, email addresses sent to the office are public records and may be released in response to a public records request.

Why It Matters

Residents have a legal right to access government records, and this document outlines the specific contact information and procedures required to obtain them from the Okaloosa County Tax Collector.

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Public Disclosure of Email

The office explicitly warns that all email correspondence is subject to public disclosure under Florida law, advising residents to use phone or mail for privacy.

Okaloosa County Tax Collector

Connected Entities

personCristina Davenport“Records Custodian for the Okaloosa County Tax Collector”Map →

other850-651-7300“Official phone number for the Tax Collector.”Map →

organizationOkaloosa County Tax Collector“The government office responsible for tax collection and public records manageme”Map →

personBen Anderson“Okaloosa County Tax Collector”Map →

location1250 N. Eglin Pkwy Ste 101, Shalimar, FL 32579“Physical address for the Tax Collector's office.”Map →

Sources

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okaloosatax.com

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