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1. Why didn’t the city notify me that they sent a tax lien to my employer / bank?

When a lien is issued a copy is mailed to the taxpayer. There are no provisions in the Code of Virginia that requires a specific warning to the taxpayer regarding an impending lien.

2. There are two names on the tax bill, why did you come after me? I was just a co-signer.

All names that appear on the registration are equally liable for payment of taxes.

3. I thought the Treasurer’s Office had to take me to court before it could garnish my wages.

This is not a garnishment it is a tax lien. The Code of Virginia section 58.1-3952 gives the Treasurer the authority to take such action without a court hearing.

4. How can I stop my employer from deducting for this lien?

You must pay the lien amount immediately by cash, money order, or certified funds.

5. How much will my employer deduct each pay period?

Because this is a tax lien your employer should deduct the full amount (100%) upon receipt.

6. If the employee the tax lien was issued for no longer works for my company, what do I do?

On company letterhead or on the lien notice, indicate the date of termination and mail or fax (757-441-2103) to the Treasurer’s Office.