Daviess County Courthouse
200 E. Walnut St., Room 103
Washington, IN 47501
812-254-8677 (Phone)
812-254-8697 (FAX)
treasurer@daviess.org
Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

  • Treasurer, Joyce E. Goodwin
  • Chief Deputy, Patty Raymann
  • Deputy, Barbara Barron
  • Deputy, Martin L. Mumaw III

We are very proud of our courthouse, one of the most beautiful in the state of Indiana. Construction began in 1927 and was completed in 1929, featuring limestone and marble. Courtrooms were remodeled in 1985. Beautifully maintained, the courthouse is located just two blocks north of Main St and two blocks west of Highway 57.

Wheelchair accessible: Enter through back (north) door of the Courthouse, then follow signs to elevator in basement. We are on the first floor.

FREQUENTLY REQUESTED INFORMATION

  1. The first installment of 2004 pay 2005 taxes will be due on May 10. The second installment will be due on Nov. 10.
  2. Part payments can be made at any time. There is a misconception that we only accept full payment. We accept any amount at any time.
  3. What is a Homestead Deduction? This deduction, a tax break for homeowners, applies if you reside on the property you own. If you already have it, it can be found on your tax statement in the box titled Standard Deduction.
  4. Do I have to file for the Homestead Deduction every year? Not if you continue to reside on the same property and the name on the title hasn't changed. The legislature has built in a considerable tax relief in the Homestead - so make sure you have it if you qualify.
  5. A Mortgage Expemption is different. You need to have a current mortgage to qualify. If you refinance, you must refile for a new expemtion.
  6. You can apply for exemptions in the Auditor's Office on the main floor of the Courthouse. A list of available exemptions can be found on the back of your tax statement.
  7. What is the penalty for delinquent tax? A FLAT 10 PERCENT of the unpaid tax is applied the day after the deadline. This is state law.
  8. Will there be a Tax Sale in 2005? Yes.
  9. Can I pay by credit card? Yes, but not here in the office. This can be done by telephone at 1-800-272-9829 or through the internet at www.officialpayments.com. The access code for Daviess County is 2426. Additional information regarding this can be found on the back of your tax statement. Credit card checks are not accepted.
  10. Does the Treasurer's Office have anything to do with determining how much tax I owe? NO. The Treasurer's job is to merely collect what is deemed due. Questions about your assessment should be directed to the Assessor before you pay at the Treasurer's Office.
PROPERTY TAXES PAYMENT INSTRUCTIONS:
  • Pay in person at our office or by mail.
  • Credit card payments can be made through Official Payments Corp. This can be done by telephone at 800-272-9829 or by Internet at www.officialpayments.com. Use jurisdiction code 2426 and have your tax statements in hand. No credit card payments can be made at the office. Certain convenience fees, kept by the company, will apply.
  • Note: Payments must either be postmarked no later than the due date by the U.S. Postal Service or shipped by a nationally recognized express parcel carrier on or before the due date.
  • If paying by mail and you need a receipt, send in both parts of your statement and a self-addressed stamped envelope.
  • We have an ATEK (Manatron) system and a public viewer.

  • We collect real estate, personal property, mobile home, conservancy, and drainage maintenance taxes as well as inheritance tax, Innkeepers tax.

  • Our office also issues mobile home moving and title transfer permits, as well as ABC tax clearance permits.

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