In order to redeem property before it is conveyed to a new owner, the defaulting taxpayer must pay the redemption amount. If the delinquent taxpayer redeems the property, the bid amount plus interest is returned to the bidder. A notice of delinquent taxes due. A charge imposed when property is seized for non-payment of taxes. The charge offsets the cost incurred by the County in collecting the taxes.
Examples are automobiles, boats, business furniture, fixtures and airplanes.
A deed of conveyance provided without any assurance or warranty of validity. A quitclaim deed is evidence of good title but not clear title. This process allows the delinquent taxpayer to retain possession of the property. Originally, the Delinquent Tax Department was under the jurisdiction of the Charleston County Sheriff. In November 1991, the Department was brought under the control of the County Administrator .