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Assessor Calendar
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| Jan 01 |
Assessment of Real Property (Discovery, List, Value) 77-1301
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| Jan 01 |
Assessment of Personal Property (Discovery, List, Value) 77-1201 |
| Jan 01 |
R R & Pub Serv req’d Report Non-Operating
Property to Assessor. 77-606 & 77-801 & Calendar
for Railroads & Public Service Entities. |
| Jan 01 |
Effective Date for Filing: Homestead Exemption Claimants MUST be (a) Owner of Record and (b) Occupy the homestead. (c) MUST be 65 or older.(d) Effective Date of Disability and Filing Status. 77-3502 77-3505 |
| Jan 15 |
Mobile Home Court Owner et al files Report w Assessor 77-3706 |
| Jan 31 |
Gov’l Subdivisions provide Assr Off w COPIES OF LEASES or descriptions of Leased property. 77-202.11
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| Jan 31 |
Deadline for county Board of Equalization to petition the Tax Equalization & Review Commission for use of a different approach to value rent-restricted housing projects. (LB 356) 77-1333
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| Feb 01 |
Assessor makes recommendations on permissive exemption applications Form 451. To Board of Equalization. Notice must be published in the paper, ten days prior to consideration of applications by the B O E that a list of organizations seeking permissive exemptions, legal descriptions, and Assessor
recommendations is available in the Assessor’s Office. 77-202.01 |
| Feb 01 |
Statements of Reaffirmation Form 451A do not need to be approved by the BOE only by Assessor. 77-202.01
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| Feb 01 |
Assr issues notice of approval / denial Beginning Farmer Exemption Form 1027 77-5209.02 |
| Feb 01 |
Aircraft Report filed with Assessor. 77-1250.02
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| Feb 01 |
Last day P.T.A. provide counties w Printed Claim Forms and Address Lists of prior year applicants. 77-3510
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| Feb 01 |
First day for claimants to file NE Homestead Exemption App or Certification of Status. May fall on Feb 2 or 3 if Feb 1 is on Sat or Sun. 77-3512, 77-3513, 77-3514 |
| Feb 28 |
Seeking Separate Taxation of IOLL &
LAND File Form 402 Improvements on Leased Land Assessment Application 77-1376
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| Mar 01 |
Certify to P.T.A whether or not Ag & Hort Land are influenced by prices outside of the typical ag-hort land market. REG 17-003.03
If Special Valuation is used, must file specific information w P.T.A.. REG 11-005.04
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| Mar 01 |
Improvements owner on LEASED PUBLIC LAND may file Form 402P Improvements on Leased Public Land Assessment Application 77-1374
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| Mar 01 |
ASSR notifies governmental subdivisions of intent to tax property not used for public purpose
and not paying an in lieu tax. 77-202.12
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| Mar 01 |
PTA submits report of active TIF to the legislature see Research Reports on web site. 18-2117.01
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| Mar 16 |
Deadline for written request for
Extension of Time from PTA to file the County
Abstract of Assessment
for Real Property (Form 45) and the AVU
Directive 09-1 & 77-1514
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| Mar 19 |
Must inspect-review portion of real property parcels in county so that all real property parcels are
inspected-reviewed no less than every 6 years. March 19, 2014 completes first 6-Year cycle 77-1311.03
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| Mar 19 |
Complete the County Abstract of Assessment for Real Property (Form 45) with the PTA (and the Assessed Value Update (AVU)) 77-1301
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| Mar 19 |
Certify the County Abstract of Assessment for Real Property (Form 45) with the PTA (and the Assessed Value Update (AVU)) 77-1514
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| Aft Mar 19 |
Overvaluation or Undervaluation. After March 19 and before July 25 (Aug 10 when extension) report to B.O.E. any overvalued or undervalued property. 77-1315.01
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| Anytime |
Duty to report to BOE all real property omitted from the assessment roll for the current or any former year except when such real property has changed ownership otherwise than by will,
inheritance, or gift. 77-1317, 77-123, 77-124,
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| Anytime |
Correct the tax rolls as provided in section 77-1613.02 for any real property listed on the Assessment roll but omitted from the tax
roll. 77-1316.01
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| Anytime |
BOE may meet at any time for correction of clerical errors defined in 77-128. 77-1507 (Clerical error means transposition of numbers, mathematical error, computer malfunction causing programming and printing errors, data entry error, items of real property other than
land identified on the wrong parcel, incorrect ownership, or certification of an incorrect valuation
to political subdivisions.) 77-128
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| Mar 25 |
Assessorr may submit written comments to P.T.A. that become part of R & O REG 17-003.04
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| Apr 01 |
If homestead exemption notices mailed on or before Feb 01 did not contain all of The statutorily required information a 2nd notice must be sent on/before April 01. 77-3513, 77-3514
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Apr 01
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If homestead exemption notices mailed on or before February 1 did not contain all of The statutorily required information, a 2nd notice must be sent on or before April 1 77-3513 77-3514
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Apr 01
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Last day to send a RE-APPLY reminder to eligible previous year homestead Exemption
applicants. 77-3513, 77-3514
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| May 01 |
First-1/2 Real & Personal Property Taxes for Prior Year become delinquent 77-204
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| May 01 |
Deadline File Ne Personal Property Return & Schedule w/o penalty. 77-1229
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| May 01 |
Deadline w Agreement, File Form 775P &/or Form 312P Claim for P P Exemption & supporting schedules 77-4105 (2)(c ) & 77-5725 (7)(c)
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May 01
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First ½ of real & personal property taxes for prior assessment year become delinquent If unpaid in counties with less than 100,000 population. 77-204
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| May 01 |
Deadline Physician’s Certificate for LATE
Homestead Exemption filing FORM 458L In counties less than 100,000 population. 77-3512, 77-3513, 77-3514.01
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| May 15 |
Last Day for T.E.R.C. to adjust the valuation
of a class/sub-class of real property. 77-5028
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| May 30 |
Deadline TREA & ASSR file FORM 458X
amended homestead exemption summary Certificate for tax loss previous year (NOTE: 458X may be filed reflecting changes based on income ANYTIME up to 3 years after the exemption year.) 77-3523 and 77-3517
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| May 31 |
School system of County Official may request
corrections to school adjusted valuation due to tax list corrections of the prior assessment year. 79-1016
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| Jun 01 |
Assr publishes a notice in the newspaper CERTIFYING the (a) assessment roll is Complete, (b) notices of valuation changes have been mailed, and (c) stating the final date for filing protests with the B O E 77-1315
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| Jun 01 |
Freeholder files petition with local board (Assessor, Treasurer & Clerk) to have school districts changed which is contiguous to that land. 79-458(1)
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| Jun 1 - Jul25 |
B O E holds hearings to review property valuation PROTESTS 77-1502
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| Jun 5
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If T.E.R.C. ordered changes, Assessor re-Certifies the Abstract with PTA 77-5029
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| Jun 6 |
Assr mails assessment sales ratio stats given
by TERC to media & posts in office. 77-1315
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| Jun 15 |
Assr prepares a PLAN OF ASSESSMENT report for the next 3 years. 77-1311.02
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| Jun 30 |
Deadline for filing Homestead Exemption App
or Certification Of Status, Form 458 77-3512
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Jun 30
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Deadline Late Application and Written Request B O E for Waiver of Late Filing for permissive
exemptions Forms 451 or 451A 77-202.01
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| Jun 30 |
Deadline. SPECIAL VALUATION application Ag-Hort use. Form 456 77-1345
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Jun 30
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Deadline file property valuation protest with
County Clerk (for BOE) 77-1502
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Jun 30
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Deadline P P Valuation Protest Returns filed
Jan 1 thru May 1 with County Clerk 77-1502
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Jun 30
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Deadline. SPECIAL VALUATION application Ag-Hort use. Form 456 77-1345
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| Jun 30 |
Last day to add Personal Property value with a 10% Penalty 77-1233.04
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| Jul 01 |
Added Personal Property is subject to 25%
Penalty from this date forward. 77-1233.04
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| Jul 15 |
ASSR approves-denies SPECIAL VALUATION apps; notifies applicant before July 22 77-1345.01
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| Jul 20 |
If deadline extension granted by B O E, new
Deadline for filing Homestead Exemption App or Certification Of Status, Form 458 77-3512
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| Jul 20 |
County Assr electronically certifies the County Personal Property Abstract Report to the P.T.A. (beginning 2016) (LB 259) 77-1514
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| Jul 22 |
Assr notifies applicants of special
valuation of approval or disapproval 77-1345.01
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Jul 22
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BOE sends notice of value change on Special Valued land if no notice previously Sent by Assr prior to June 1.
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| Jul 26 |
BOE petition T.E.R.C. for an adjustment to the valuation of a class/sub-class of property. (NOTE: If protest period extended, BOE waives right to petition.) 77-1504.01; 77-1502
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| Jul26-Aug24
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Taxpayer file appeal of BOE to T.E.R.C. 77-1510
(NOTE: may file appeal to T.E.R.C. on/before Sep 10 for extended counties)
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| Jul 31 |
Last day ASSR send Notice of Rejection of Homestead Exemption Form 458R 77-3516
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Jul 31
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Assr files 3-Year Plan Of Assessment with the BOE 77-1311.02
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Jul 31
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Last day for Annexations Pol Subs for taxable value in current year. 13-509(NOTE: Annexation by
Pol Subs on/after Aug 1 considered next year
taxable)
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| Aug 01 |
Last day FORWARD approved Homestead Exemption Application or Certification of Status, Form 458, with Disability Certifications, Form 458B, or Veterans Affairs Letters, and Form 458 Schedule I – Income Statements to Tax Commissioner. 77-3517
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Aug 01
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Assr reviews ownership & use of all cemetery real property and reports to BOE. 77-202.10
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Aug 01
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Last Day Pol Sub submit request for LEVY ALLOCATION to BOE or CITY. 77-3443
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Aug 01
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CITY or Community Redevelopment Authority (CRA) files NOTICE to Divide Tax For Comm Redevel Project (T I F) with the County Assr. 18-2147(3)
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| Aug 01 |
PTA certifies to T.E.R.C. the ASSR implemented the equalization orders. 77-5029
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| Aug 01 |
Tax Commissioner certifies Exempt P P for Employment & Investment Growth Act Form
775P and Nebraska Advantage Act Form
312P ; notifies Taxpayer and County Assessor. 77-4105; 77-5725(c)
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| Aug 02 |
County Clerk mails notice of B O E decisions
to protestors. 77-1502(4)
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| Aug 10 |
Last Day T.E.R.C. act on BOE petition.. 77-1504.01
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| Aug 10 |
T.E.R.C. sets equalization rate for real property of Centrally Assessed Railroads and Public Service
Entities. 77-5022
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| Aug 10 |
PTA certifies distributed taxable value of Centrally Assessed Property to Assessor. 77-5030
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| Aug 15
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Approved Freeholder Petition filed on/before June 1 of current year become Effective. 79-458(3)
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Aug 15
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ASSR approves/denies Homestead Exemption based on Ownership or Occupancy From Jan 1 through Aug 15 77-3502
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Aug 15
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Deadline for Homestead Exemption to file an Application for Transfer Form 458T 77-3509.01
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| Aug 20
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Certify taxable valuations & growth value to political subs. Certify current values For each T I F project to City or Community Redevelopment Authority (CRA) and to Treasurer 13-509; 13-518; 18-2148
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| Aug 20
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If T.E.R.C. orders changes for B O E petitions, ASSR re-certifies ABSTRACT (Form 45) to PTA 77-1504.01
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| Aug 24
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Last day taxpayer appeals B O E decision to T.E.R.C. 77-1510
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| Aug 25 |
ASSR certifies School District Taxable Value Report to P.T.A.. 79-1016
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| Aug 31
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Annual Inventory County Personal Property in custody of Assessor 23-347
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Sep 01
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Second-1/2 Real & Personal Property Taxes for Prior Year become delinquent 77-204
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Sep 01
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After B O E value adjustments, Assr determines AVERAGE RESIDENTAL VALUE For homestead exemption and certifies the Homestead Exemption Certification of Average Assessed Value of Single-Family Residential Property Form 458V to PTA 77-3506.02
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Sep 01
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No LEVY allocation change after this date except by agreement by LEVYING Authority and Political
Subdivision. 77-3443
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| Sep 10 |
Where B O E extended Protest Hearings, Last day Protestor appeal BOE decision to T.E.R.C 77-1510
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| Sep 15 |
B O E last day for decision on Under or Over Valued Property 77-1504
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| Sep 15 |
P.T.A. certifies the amount of Real Property TAX CREDIT to State Treasurer and to each county. 77-4212
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| Sep 20 |
BUDGETS must be Final and Filed with the levying board and State Auditor. 13-508
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| Sep 30 |
ASSR may amend the School District Taxable Value Report for corrections or errors 79-1016
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| Sep 30 |
BOE publishes list of Permissive Exemptions and sends list and proof of publication To P.T.A. 77-202.03 (5)
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| Oct 1 |
Rent-Restricted Housing Projects file INCOME &
EXPENSE STATEMENTSs and any Other Info requested by Assr with both Assr & Tax Commissioner. (LB 356). 77-1333
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| Oct 1 |
Rent-Restricted Housing Projects file INCOME &
EXPENSE STATEMENTS and any Other Info requested by Assr with both Assr & Tax Commissioner. (LB 356). 77-1333
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| Oct 9 |
Last Day for voter approval to exceed LEVY limits or final allocation at election or “town hall meeting.” 77-3444
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| Oct 10 |
P.T.A. certifies the school adjusted valuations to
Dept of Ed, School systems, and County Assessors. 79-1016
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| Oct 10 |
P.T.A.certifies the school adjusted valuations to
Dept of Ed, School systems, and County Assessors. 79-1016
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| Oct 13 |
Political Subs forward resolution setting a tax request different from the prior year to County Clerk 77-1601.02
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| Oct 15 |
LEVY DATE Last day
B O E to set tax rates/levies 77-1601
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| Oct 15 |
Last Day taxpayer file B O E appeal to T.E.R.C. re under or over valued property 77-1504
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| Oct 31 |
Assr submits 3-Year Plan and any Amendments to Dept of Revenue 77-1311.02
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| Nov |
Rent-Restricted Hsg Projects Valuation Committee meets annually in November to Examine Rent-Restricted Hsg Projects statements & expense reports in order to Calculate a Market-derived Capitalization Rate. (LB 356) 77-1333
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| Nov 1 |
Last Day Tax Comm certifies qualified Homestead Exemption income determinations to the County
Assessor. 77-3517
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| Nov 5 |
Last Day B O E correct levies/tax rates as a result
of clerical error. 77-1601
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| Nov 10 |
Deadline school sys file appeal with Tax Comm
for the School Adjusted Value Certified for use in the school aid formula. 79-1016
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Nov 10
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School Dis or County Off deadline file written
request w Tax Comm correction school adjust
value due to clerical error or SPECIAL
VALUATION ADDITIONS 79-1016 |
| Nov 15
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Deadline. EXEMPT TO EXEMPT. For an org to file a permissive exempt application For property it purchased between July 1 and levy date previously exempt. 77-202.03
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| Nov 22 |
Deliver Signed WARRANT For Collection Of Taxes To Treasurer having completed the tax list for real and personal property. 77-1616
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| Nov 30 |
Deadline ASSR & TREA certify to P.T.A. Homestead Exemption Summary Certificate Form
458S for tax loss due to homestead exemptions for the current tax year.(Both signatures required) 77-3523
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| Nov 30 |
Deadline for ASSR & TREA certify electronically the Personal Property Tax Loss Summary Certificate for personal property exemption for locally assessed property(beginning 2016) (LB 259) 77-1239
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| Dec 01 |
Assr files Certificate of Taxes Levied (CTL)
with P.T.A. 77-1613.01
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| Dec 01 |
City or CRA (Community Redevelopment Authority) files report with P.T.A. for approved tax
increment financing projects (T I F) 18-2117.01
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| Dec 01 |
Last day Property Tax Administrator (P.T.A.)
forwards copy of Rent-Restricted Housing Projects annual report by the Valuation Committee to ASSR for Cap Rate In determining value of rent-restricted
housing projects. (LB 356) 77-1333
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| Dec 01 |
Deadline for ASSR to ensure sales data in state sales file is accurate and all sales Are included. Directive 12-05 |
| Dec 31 |
Real Property & Personal Property Taxes Due – LIEN DATE 77-203
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| Dec 31 |
Permissive Exemption Application deadline For newly acquired property or in years divisible by four, file Exemption Application Form 451
For interim years, file Exemption Application Form 451A
For example: File Form 451A by Dec 31, 2014 to
reaffirm for assesssmt year 2015 File Form 451 by Dec 31, 2015 to apply for assessmt year 2016 (which is divisible by 4) 77-202.01; 77-202.03
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| Dec 31 |
Deadline. Form 1027 Exemption App Qual Beginning Farmer / Livestock Producer Must be filed with Assr on-before Dec 31 in the year preceeding year applied for.Exemption is for
Personal Property tax on ag-hort machinery & equipment. 77-202.01; 77-5208; 77-5209.02
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Dec 31
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Deadline for taxpayer/owner to file Vacant or
Unimproved Lot Application, Form 191To elect to have 2 or more lots held for sale/resale to be treated as one parcel for Property tax purposes. 77-132
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Dec 31
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Owner petition T.E.R.C. determine taxable status of real property – if a failure to give proper notice prevented the timely filing of a protest or appeal for exempt property.
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Dec 31
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Last Day for Tax Commissioner to review income and other information for the third Preceding year and take any action. 77-3517
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| May 01 & Sept 01 |
First 1 / 2 and 2nd 1 / 2, Real and Personal Property Taxes for prior assessment year Sept 01 become delinquent, if unpaid, in counties with a population less than 100,000 pop’n. 77-204
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Drug Court
Purpose:
The Central Nebraska Drug Court seeks to improve public safety, and reduce substance abuse and crime by providing offenders with appropriate treatment, intensive supervision and comprehensive judicial monitoring.
The Drug Court serves Adams, Buffalo, Hall, and Phelps Counties in Nebraska. It is administered by the District Courts of the Ninth and Tenth Judicial Districts.
What is the Central Nebraska Drug Court?
The Drug Court is a voluntary program created by the District Court that allows eligible defendants to earn a dismissal of charges in exchange for completing substance abuse treatment and other conditions.
Individuals eligible for the Drug Court will earn a dismissal of pending felony charges upon completion of the Drug Court program, a minimum of eighteen months in length.
The County Attorney must approve all requests for the Drug Court.
What are the Drug Court Requirements?
Each person’s requirements and conditions may be different depending on individual circumstances. However, the general requirements for everyone include:
- Complete a comprehensive assessment with the Drug Court staff
- Complete the substance abuse treatment recommended by the Drug Court staff
- Attend regular appearances before the Drug Court Judge
- Submit to regular drug testing
- Pay a weekly program fee to the Drug Court
- Pay part of the costs of treatment, based on ability to pay
- Reside in a participating county while in the program
- Maintain employment, attend school, or complete other conditions as directed by the Court or staff
- Meet with the Drug Court staff
- Pay any court costs due
- Obey all laws
Who is eligible for the Drug Court?
Certain offenses will qualify for Drug Court, some will not. Generally, there must be no more than one prior felony conviction. The County Attorney must approve all applicants.
Also, the participant must acknowledge having a substance abuse problem and agree to complete drug and/or alcohol treatment. Applications for Drug Court must be made within thirty days after arraignment in District Court. The Judge must approve all petitions for admission to the Drug Court.
Who is NOT eligible for the Drug Court?
- If charged with an ineligible offense, such as murder, manslaughter, robbery, felony assault, sexual assault, or assault with a deadly weapon
- Prior felony conviction for a crime of violence
- Prior or current offense involved the use or possession of a firearm or a dangerous weapon
- Prior or current offense resulted in death or serious bodily injury
- Current offense involved the use of force against a person
- Two or more felony convictions
- Multiple prior misdemeanors for crimes against a person, such as assault, domestic violence, resisting arrest, assaulting a law enforcement officer, or flight to avoid arrest
How to apply for the Drug Court
If you meet the eligibility criteria and want to apply for the Drug Court, consult with your attorney immediately.
General questions can be directed to:
Susan Huber
Problem Solving Court Coordinator
610 Central Avenue
Kearney, NE 68847
Telephone: (308) 236-1240
Your Day in Court
Several different types of cases involving paternity and/or child support are handled by the Buffalo County Attorney’s Child Support Services office. Often these cases will be scheduled for trial or other court hearing. Your attendance may be required at one of the hearings. This section is designed to provide parties and other court witnesses with basic information about appearing in court. Additional information may be provided to you by your attorney, if you have one, or a member of our office who is assigned to your case.
Notice of court hearings
If you are required or requested to appear for trial or other court hearing you will typically receive notice of the hearing one or two weeks ahead of time. Occasionally you will be notified closer to the hearing date, if, for instance, the court has only given our office a short notice of the trial date. Paternity and child support cases are typically heard on only two days each month (typically Wednesdays and Thursdays). Scheduling of your hearing is limited to the available dates given to us by our court.
Types of hearings
Over 80 percent of child support related court hearings fall into one of three categories:
- Paternity establishment;
- Orders to Show Cause, also known as “contempt” hearings; or
- Child support modifications
The court also hears requests to appoint counsel for indigent parties, as well as requests to suspend or reinstate child support. Other issues may be addressed by the court as needed.
Length of Hearings
Up to twenty court hearings are typically scheduled each day before the child support referee, who is the hearing officer appointed by the district judges to receive evidence and make final recommendations to the district judge. The length of hearings ranges from ten minutes to the better part of a day, in more complicated cases. Most hearings take less than one hour to complete. Occasionally hearings will be recessed or “continued” until another date, when the court’s schedule or other factors dictate. Court hearings are scheduled between 9 am and 3 pm.
It is a good idea to bring a book or magazine with you, as sometimes court hearings run late, and you may have to wait for your hearing to be called. Every attempt is made to minimize the chances of this happening, but delays can happen due to unforeseen circumstances.
Do not bring children
Do not bring small children to court! Silence must be observed by all spectators when in court, and for this reason children are generally not permitted inside a courtroom. Our courthouse does not have child care facilities or anyone to watch your children. Please make arrangements for the care of your children while you are in court.
Turn off cellphones
Please be sure your cell phones and electronic devices are OFF or silenced when in the courtroom. A device that causes a disruption of court activity may be confiscated and its owner may be found in contempt of court.
We do not represent you
The Buffalo County Attorney’s office is prohibited by law from representing any private citizen. Our attorneys and staff work on behalf of the “State of Nebraska.” You may hire your own attorney to represent you in court if you wish, or you may choose to represent yourself. If you do hire an attorney, make sure to inform the child support services office as soon possible of this fact.
What to wear for court
Courtrooms are formal places, and you are expected to dress accordingly. Please be neat and clean. While no one expects you to purchase new clothes for court, be advised that T-shirts, halter tops, frayed shorts, flip-flops and similar attire are not considered respectable courtroom attire, and you may be sent home to change clothing, delaying your hearing. Men must remove hats/caps before entering the courtroom.
What to bring to court
Please be on time for your court hearing. Otherwise other cases may “leap frog” ahead of your case.
In general, you should bring any witnesses or documents you believe are needed to prove your case.
If you are a custodial parent appearing for a paternity trial, you should bring proof of your income both at present as well as for any previous times where you are seeking “retroactive” child support. Any correspondence you have from the other parent, discussing your child or financial issues would be valuable to bring to court. You might want to discuss this in more detail with our office before coming to court.
If you owe child support, and are appearing to answer to an “order to show cause,” you should consider bringing all documentation available to you in support of your position. If you claim a medical condition that prevents or interferes with your ability to work full time, for example, bring all related documents from your treating physician, the social security office, or the like. This type of information might also be useful for noncustodial parents in new paternity cases, as you will be asked to detail your earning capacity for the purpose of setting a child support award.
If you are applying for a court appointed attorney (only noncustodial parents and alleged fathers may apply for court appointed attorneys) you should consider bringing your most recent federal tax return, a recent pay stub, and any other financial documentation to substantiate that you are unable to afford the services of a private attorney.
What happens in court
The court always tries to resolve all issues presented to it in one hearing. Coming to court prepared minimizes the chance that you will have to come back at a later date to finish the hearing.
In a paternity case, the court will be asked to make a finding that the man named in the lawsuit as the biological father of the minor child(ren) is in fact the biological father. Additionally, the court will be asked to set an award of child support and health insurance. If the custodial parent requests it, the court will also address child care costs. The court is additionally asked to order the noncustodial parent to pay the court costs and fees of the case.
In orders to show cause the parent who is ordered to pay child support must produce evidence to try to satisfy the judge that he or she is doing the best that they can to pay the child support in full and on time each month. When child support is delinquent the court wants to know why one parent is disobeying the court order. If the court finds that the parent who is supposed to pay support is not paying as ordered, and that the failure to pay is willful and contumacious (stubbornly disobedient), the court will impose sanctions to try to guarantee that support will be paid on time in the future, and that the child support arrears will also be paid off. Civil sanctions include the possibility of up to 180 days in jail.
In a modification hearing, the court will hear evidence from all sides to determine whether the current amount of child support is either too high or too low under the present circumstances of each parent. The parents will present evidence of their income or earning capacity and the court will decide the issue using Nebraska’s child support guidelines.
Closed hearings
Under Nebraska law all court hearings are open to the public, except for paternity establishment hearings. Occasionally, a hearing may be closed to the public due to the age of the parents.
What happens if you do not show up for court
If you are subpoenaed for court, you must appear. A warrant for your arrest may follow if you do not.
If the child support services office asks you to appear, it is important to do so. If you must reschedule a court date, it is very important that you talk to the child support office as far in advance of your trial date as possible. A failure of a custodial parent to appear may result in dismissal of a paternity case against the other parent. A party who is asking to have child support modified in their favor (increased for custodial parents or decreased if you are a noncustodial parent) may see their modification efforts fail if they do not show up for court. The county attorney’s deputy cannot testify in your place. Generally, if you are requesting the court to provide you with any sort of benefit, you need to show up and make your case to the court.
In some interstate cases it may be possible to arrange for telephonic testimony from a party who lives in another state. You will be advised of this possibility if you qualify for this type of testimony.
A special exception to these rules applies for active duty members of the U.S. Armed Services. Please advise our office if you are serving on active duty with the military.
The court order
In most cases you will receive a copy of your court order in the mail about 1-2 weeks following your hearing. In more complicated cases the referee may take the matter “under advisement” and issue written recommendations to the district judge at a later date, after which you will receive your copy within a few days of the issuance of the order.
Appeals
Your order will take effect 14 days after it is signed by the court, unless you or one of the other parties “take exception,” which is the technical term for an appeal. If an exception is taken, the party unhappy with the terms of the order has the burden of showing that the order contains one or more significant errors. On appeal the party who takes exception must provide the district court with a written transcript from the hearing that lead to the order they are appealing. Appeals typically take several months to be heard and decided.
Domestic Violence
Purpose:
This Division seeks protection for victims of violence in intimate relationships through aggressive and consistent prosecution of offenders.
The Buffalo County Attorney recognizes the importance of communicating and cooperating with law enforcement and other public and private community agencies that provide services to families, victims, and perpetrators of domestic violence. A specialized Domestic Violence Prosecution Unit, in coordination with other community agencies, provides the best opportunity to achieve the following goals:
- To stop the violence.
- To protect the victim from additional acts of violence committed by the Defendant.
- To protect the children or other family members from exposure to, or possible injury from, domestic violence.
- To provide restitution to the victims.
- To hold the offender accountable for their violent conduct.
Policy:
The State of Nebraska has a critical interest in reducing the number of incidents of domestic violence and increasing the number of positive results in domestic violence prosecutions.
It is the position of the Buffalo County Attorney that the aggressive prosecution of domestic violence is necessary to protect victims and future victims of domestic violence.
Resources and Information
IF YOU OR SOMEONE YOU KNOW NEEDS HELP, CALL:
NATIONAL DOMESTIC VIOLENCE HOTLINE
(800) 799-7233
NATIONAL SEXUAL ASSAULT HOTLINE
(800) 656-4673
NEBRASKA DOMESTIC VIOLENCE/SEXUAL ASSAULT HOTLINE
(800) 876-6238
LINEA DE CRISIS EN NEBRASKA (EN ESPANOL)
(877) 215-0167
DO NOT USE E-MAIL TO REPORT CASES OF ABUSE.
IF THERE IS AN EMERGENCY CALL LOCAL LAW ENFORCEMENT IMMEDIATELY.
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The S.A.F.E. Center
(The Spouse/Sexual Abuse Family Education Center)
3710 Central Avenue, Suite 10
Kearney, NE 68847
(308) 237-2599
(877) 237-2513
http://www.safecenter.org
All Services are Free & Confidential
24-hour Crisis Line
Crisis Support
Emergency Shelter
Support Groups
Supportive Atmosphere
Liaison with Community Agencies
Public Education Presentations
Protection Order Advocacy
Information & Referrals for:
Counseling, Housing, Legal Alternatives,
Emergency Assistance and much more!
Follow-up contact
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Breaking the Silence: Information for Victims of Intimate Violence
A Victim’s Guide to the Nebraska Criminal Justice System
VINE (Victim Information and Notification Everyday)
VINE is a free automated service that monitors the custody status of adult inmates in all county jails and state prisons. You can arrange to receive telephone and e-mail notification when an offender’s custody status changes. Updated information is available 24 hours a day. VINE is available in English and Spanish and supported by 24-hour operator assistance.
The Nebraska VINE service is provided by the Nebraska Sheriff’s Association, Nebraska Domestic Violence Sexual Assault Coalition, Nebraska Coalition for Victims of Crime, Nebraska County Attorneys’ Association, Nebraska Department of Correctional Services, Nebraska Crime Commission and CJIS Advisory Committee.
NEBRASKA VINE NUMBER: 877-NE 4 VINE or (877) 634-8463.
Register or Find an Offender Online at www.vinelink.com
A Summary of Nebraska’s Legal System
Other Resources
Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services
Nebraska Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault Coalition (NDVSAC) and Hotline
Brochure
(800) 876-6238
National Domestic Violence Hotline
(800) 799-SAFE (800-799-7233)
US Department of Justice
Violence Against Women Website
Minnesota Center Against Violence and Abuse
National Organization for Victim Assistance
800-TRY-NOVA (800-879-6682)
National Victim Center
800-FYI-CALL (800-394-2255)
National Center for the Prosecution of Violence Against Women
National Center for Victims of Crime
Domestic Violence FAQ
What is a crime of Domestic Violence?
A crime of Domestic Violence (DV) is any crime involving individuals who are currently or have had in the past an intimate and/or dating relationship. It may include a physical assault. It may also include, but is not limited to, the following types of cases: damage to property, theft, refusing a request to leave, violation of a protection order, disorderly conduct, disturbing the peace, etc.
A police report has been filed and the suspect was not arrested at the scene. What happens next?
If they were not arrested at the scene and the crime involves Domestic Violence (DV), the police report will be further investigated by law enforcement. If that further investigation reveals sufficient evidence to believe a crime has been committed, the police will give that information to the County Attorney’s office for review. If the police do not believe a crime has occurred or that there is insufficient evidence to proceed in a criminal case, no further action will be taken.
If the County Attorney’s office believes sufficient evidence exists, appropriate charges will be filed, which may include the prosecutor’s request of the County Court for an arrest warrant for the suspect.
A police report has been filed and the suspect was arrested at the time of the incident or arrested on a warrant, what happens next?
The next step is usually an arraignment hearing. Arraignments are generally done every weekday at 1:30 p.m. on the next business day after the arrest, excluding holidays. The Judge will tell the defendant what they are charged with and the possible penalties. They will be granted an appearance bond, which will require that they have no contact with their victim. That means they are not to visit, telephone, e-mail, text, or in any way communicate with their victim. The accused will have the opportunity to hire an attorney, or be appointed one if they cannot afford one. The defendant may enter a plea of guilty or no contest, and the next hearing will be a sentencing; or a plea of not guilty, and a trial date will be set.
The Judge issued a No Contact Order, what does that mean?
It is a condition of bond in all cases of Domestic Violence, issued by the Judge at arraignment that forbids contact with the listed victim, or victims, until the case is resolved. It is the policy of the Buffalo County Attorney’s Office to uphold and defend that “No Contact Order,” even if the victim does not wish one. The Defendant may be charged with an additional crime if he/she violates that order, and may also have his/her bond revoked or increased as a result of violating said order.
How can I find out if an offender is still in jail?
Contact VINE at 877-NE 4 VINE or (877) 634-8463, or online at www.vinelink.com.
I posted bond for someone, how do I get that money back?
If a Defendant can post the bond, it will be released to the Defendant, regardless of who posted the bond. The bond will be released upon the resolution to the defendant, unless otherwise ordered by the court.
What if I want to drop charges and/or recant the statements made to the Police?
Our office will not drop charges, generally speaking. Charges are filed by the State of Nebraska, not the alleged victim. It is the best interest of the State of Nebraska and the alleged victim to see that any person accused of Domestic Violence be held accountable for their actions. Domestic Violence poses a danger not only to the victim, but also to the victim’s family and society as a whole. The State of Nebraska has a “no-drop” policy to protect not just the individual victim and to ensure that there is no further violence perpetrated by the accused.
What will happen at a trial?
There are two types of trials: Jury or Bench. A Bench trial is decided by a judge only. A Jury trial is decided by a group of citizens. At both trials there is evidence presented. The witnesses will testify as to what they saw and heard. Evidence may include witness testimony, copies of 911 call recordings, photographs of injuries and the scene, hospital and doctor reports, telephone records, and more. The witnesses will be cross-examined. After all of the evidence is presented there will be a decision of guilty or not guilty.
Will I have to testify?
The majority of DV cases are resolved prior to trial by a plea agreement. However, if such an agreement cannot be reached, you will receive a subpoena that court-orders you to appear and testify at trial.
What could the potential sentence be upon a finding of guilt?
The sentence depends upon the crime charged. Judges have great latitude in sentencing offenders. They may order the defendant to pay a fine, be placed on probation, or serve time in jail or prison, or may order a combination of those things.
As a part of probation, a judge may order the defendant to pay restitution. In order for restitution to be paid, the defendant must be eligible to be placed on probation OR to have posted sufficient bond to pay the requested amount of restitution. Only those victims listed in a police report who have been reported to have damage to property may be given restitution. Victims may be required to submit a victim impact statement and documentation for any restitution they desire. If no restitution is at issue, a victim may, through a victim impact statement, tell the sentencing judge in writing how they feel about the event and what they think ought to be done with the offender.
How do I find out what time/date the trial will be?
Victims and witnesses will be personally notified in writing of the date, time, and location of the trial. Victims and witnesses will receive a letter and legal document called a subpoena that court orders them to appear on the date of trial. It is important to communicate with the prosecutor in preparation for trial.
What if I received a subpoena but cannot testify?
A subpoena is a legal document that court orders someone’s appearance. If that person choose to ignore the subpoena and does not appear, a judge may find them in contempt of court and issue a warrant for their arrest.
If you cannot appear for some legitimate reason, you should call the prosecutor assigned to your case and explain. The prosecutor may then ask the court to continue the trial or hearing, and there may be a hearing on that request. The hearing will be held in front of the judge assigned and the Defendant and his/her attorney will be present. Continuances are only granted in extreme circumstances.
What is my role in the case and how/when will I be contacted?
The Buffalo County Attorney’s Office encourages victims to be involved in the legal process. A member of our office or the Kearney Police Department Victim/Witness Unit will contact victims to let them know when a Defendant is scheduled to be arraigned, and also after the arraignment so that they have information as to future court dates, appearance bonds, and any other conditions of a Defendant’s release.
The prosecutor assigned to the case is also available to answer any questions a victim may have, and to consult with them regarding any potential plea agreements negotiated with the defendant’s attorney. The victim will be notified of any pending sentencing dates or other important hearings.
For information about the status of a case, call the Kearney Police Department Victim/Witness Unit at (308) 233-5263, or call the County Attorney’s Office at (308) 236-1222.
Where can I get help?
You are not alone in this process. There are several organizations that specialize in domestic violence issues that are waiting to help you through the process. The Kearney Police Department Victim/Witness Unit (308-233-5263) is here to provide support services for you. The S.A.F.E. Center also offers many resources for victims of domestic violence and their families.
How can I get a Protection Order?
If you are in fear of your safety, you may obtain a court order to prevent an individual from contacting you. Information and downloadable forms are available online. Or, contact the Buffalo County Clerk of the District Court to obtain them. The S.A.F.E. Center can be a source of information also. Finally, the Kearney Police Department’s Victim/Witness Unit can provide information.
Traffic
Purpose:
The Traffic Division of the Buffalo County Attorney’s Office prosecutes all violations of the Nebraska Rules of the Road, including driving under the influence and speeding, game and parks violations, and more.
Additionally, the Division enforces selected provisions of the Kearney City Code that pertain to traffic and advises law enforcement on traffic issues.
Find information on Nebraska’s Point System for drivers licenses.
Do you have a Buffalo County traffic citation? You have these options:
- Contest the citation. Personally appear in the Buffalo County Court on the date and time given on your citation and invoke your right to trial. See the rights you have as an accused person.
- Pay the citation by waiver. Pay the fines and costs no later than your court date without appearing in court. This can be done online. Waiver fines are set by the Nebraska Supreme Court for those who wish simply to pay their ticket without going to court over it. For more information, view the Nebraska Supreme Court Waiver Fine List .
- Inquire about the STOP class. The Safety Training Option Program (STOP) class is offered by the Nebraska Safety Center to individuals who have been ticketed for committing a minor traffic violation. It takes four hours to complete. It is voluntary. By completing it, the violator pays no fine, has no court appearance, has no points assessed on their driving record, and can improve their driving skills.
The Nebraska Safety Center offers this program across the State. For more information or to register, call the Safety Center at (308) 865-1287 or register online at www.unk.edu/stop.
Classes are held the first Sunday of the month from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.; the third Saturday of the month from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.; and the fourth Monday of the month from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Holiday times may vary.
All classes are held at:University of Nebraska at Kearney
West Center
Room 012N
Kearney, NE 68849
(Map information)
YOU MUST REGISTER FOR STOP WITHIN FIVE BUSINESS DAYS OF THE OFFENSE, AND COMPLETE THE CLASS WITHIN 21 DAYS OF THE OFFENSE.
You are not eligible for the STOP class if your citation is for:
- Speeding twenty (20) or miles per hour over the speed limit.
- Leaving the scene of an accident.
- Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
- Reckless driving or willful reckless driving.
- Participating in a speed contest, race, or exhibition of acceleration.
- Operating a motor vehicle to avoid arrest.
- Driving on a suspended or revoked operator’s license.
- Operating a motor vehicle without insurance or proof of financial responsibility.
- Any injury accident or violation which is classified as a misdemeanor or a felony.
Also, you are not eligible for the STOP class if:
- You hold a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), even if you were cited while operating a non-commercial vehicle.
- You have participated in any STOP class within the last three (3) years.
- You wish to contest your citation.
Meeting these eligibility requirements is the responsibility of the participant.
HOW TO REGISTER:
- Call the Nebraska Safety Center at (308) 865-1287, or visit their website, www.unk.edu/stop, for more information.
- Download the registration form.
Child Support
Please understand, the Division represents the State of Nebraska. We cannot represent people who owe child support, nor give legal advice, nor assist you in selecting an attorney. Consult your local yellow pages or other resources for attorneys who practice in this field.
Purpose:
The Child Support Enforcement Division prosecutes individuals civilly for payment of their child support obligations. Under appropriate circumstances, the Buffalo County Attorney's Office criminally prosecutes non-payers of child support.
Nebraska has centralized child support collection and disbursement. All child support payments must be sent to the Nebraska Child Support Payment Center to ensure prompt processing:
Nebraska Child Support Payment Center
P.O. Box 82600
Lincoln, NE 68501-2600
Or online at www.nebraskachildsupport.com.
The Nebraska Child Support Call Center is your source for information and the latest updates about your child support case: (877) 631-9973.
Requests for review and modification of child support orders at least three years old may be made to Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services at (800) 831-4573. If calling from outside Nebraska, call (402) 471-9103. Or online at www.dhhs.ne.gov/cse/cseindex.htm.
Businesses which are under court order to withhold child support and/or spousal support payment from the payroll of their employees should send payments to:
Nebraska Child Support Payment Center
P.O. Box 82890
Lincoln, NE 68501-2890
About Child Support Enforcement:
The Nebraska Child Support Enforcement (CSE) Program is designed to locate non-custodial parents and obtain financial support for their children. The Nebraska CSE Program is administered by the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services. CSE provides the following services:
- Locate non-custodial parents
- Establish paternity
- Establish and enforce medical support
- Enforce and collect support payments
All parents with minor children who would like child support services are eligible. The CSE Program works closely with these agencies:
- Nebraska Department of Administrative Services
- Internal Revenue Service (IRS)
- Nebraska Department of Revenue
- District and County Courts
- Nebraska Department of Labor
- Nebraska Department of Motor Vehicles
- Federal Parent Locator Service
- Sheriffs
- Child Support agencies in all states
- Federal Office of Child Support Enforcement
- Credit Reporting Agencies
- Nebraska Payment Center
The same location resources and services are available in all states. Interstate cases are more difficult and generally take longer. However, with new federal legislation and more computer links between states, interstate enforcement of child support is improving.
If you are ordered to pay child support:
- All payments must be made to:
Nebraska Child Support Payment Center
P.O. Box 82600
Lincoln, NE 68501-2600
- If you pay the other party directly, you may not receive credit for the payment.
- Child support payments are due on the first of each month and are delinquent the next day. Interest is charged on the delinquent amount after 30 days.
- Income withholding will be implemented in all cases involving child support whether there is delinquency or not (including unemployment withholding).
- You MUST pay child support regardless of custody or visitation issues.
- Health insurance MUST be provided for the child(ren) if ordered by the Court.
- If you have more than one order or judgment, your payments will be allocated between them. You cannot select which obligation to pay.
- Not paying child support can result in:
- State and Federal Income Tax Intercepts
- Drivers License Suspension
- Suspend Professional Licenses
- Suspend Eligibility For Hunting and Fishing Licenses
- A Report to Credit Agencies
- Denial of Your Passport
- Lottery Prize Intercept
- Liens/Seizure of Property
- Seizure of Bank Accounts
- Criminal Charges
- Jail
If you are ordered to receive child support:
- You can apply for child support services by contacting your local Health and Human Services office or County Attorney.
- If you or your child(ren) are receiving Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) payments, the child support will be assigned to the State of Nebraska.
- DO NOT accept child support payments directly from the non-custodial parent. All payments must be made through the Nebraska Child Support Payment Center in order to be properly credited.
- If the non-custodial parent has more than one order or judgment, all payments received will be allocated proportionately between them.
- Your court order may contain language prohibiting you from removing the child(ren) from the State without the Court’s consent. It is your responsibility to know what the Court’s order says and to comply with it. Failing to do so may result in the suspension or termination of child support.
- Visitation cannot be withheld for non-payment of child support. Withholding visitation can:
- Affect your child’s well-being
- Result in a finding of contempt of court
- Put you in jail
Did you know…?
- Child support is due through the month that the child turns 19.
- Employers who fail to comply with incoming withholding notices or who punish or dismiss employees as a result of income withholding are subject to legal action.
- The County Attorney (or authorized attorney) represents the State and the best interests of the child. No client/attorney relationship exists.
- Either party in an action for child support can request that the case be reviewed for possible modification every three years by contacting Health and Human Services, Child Support Enforcement, Review and Modification Unit at (800) 831-4573.
- Establishing paternity enables your child(ren) to have access to important family medical history as well and financial and emotional support.
If you need further assistance or have questions regarding Child Support Enforcement, contact your local County Attorney or call the Nebraska Child Support Customer Service Call Center at (877) 631-9973. Or write to:
HHS-CSE
P.O. Box 94728
Lincoln, NE 68509
www.hhs.state.ne.us/cse/cseindex.htm.
Marriage License
Requirements for a marriage license issued by Buffalo County:
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Applicants must be at least 17 years of age to be married in the state of Nebraska. Parental consent is required for applicants who are 17 or 18 years of age. The parental consent forms are available at the County Clerk's office.
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Both applicants must appear together at the County Clerk's office between the hours of 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. on weekdays.
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Must present photo identification. A valid driver's license from any U.S. state, Nebraska ID card, U.S. Passport, U.S. Military card, or a Foreign passport are acceptable forms of photo identification. All documents will be in English or translated by a certified court translator. Proof of citizenship or immigration status is neither relevant or required.
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Need to know birthplace for both applicants. |
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Need to know full names and birthplaces of parents.
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If a social security number has been issued to the applicants, we will need that information. The issuance of a social security number to either applicant is not required to obtain a Marriage License.
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If there were any previous marriages we will need to know how they ended (divorce, annulment or death) and the date the divorce was final or the date of death. If there is a previous divorce, a new license will not be issued and you cannot remarry until at least six (6) months and one (1) day have passed from the date the Decree was signed by the judge and filed with District Court.
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The Marriage License is good for one year from the date of issuance and can be used in any County in Nebraska.
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All marriage licenses obtained in Nebraska are public record.
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All marriage licenses obtained in Nebraska are public record.
For information about scheduling the Buffalo County Court Magistrate to conduct a marriage ceremony, contact Sharmin Gonzales at sharmin.gonzales@nejudicial.gov or 308-236-1229.
Certified copy of a Buffalo County marriage license
To Receive a Buffalo
County certified marriage license either stop by the clerk’s office with $9.00
cash or send a $9.00 money order and the following information:
- Name of Applicant A/Groom
- Name of Applicant B/Bride
(including maiden name)
- Date of marriage (Must be issued from Buffalo County)
Mail to:
Buffalo County Clerk
PO Box 1270
Kearney, NE 68848-1270
If you have any questions, contact us by:
Phone: (308) 236-1226
E-mail: clerk@buffalocounty.ne.gov
Changing name after
the wedding
This is a personal decision. You may choose to keep your name but if you decide to change your name legally, you should do the paperwork as soon as possible after you're married (or after your honeymoon). Many entities will require you to present a certified copy of your marriage license as proof of legal status to make your name change. Photocopies and keepsakes are not recognized by most government offices as proof of marriage. The following is a list of what may need to be updated.
- Social Security Card (require certified copy)
- Bank, credit union, and investment accounts
- Vehicle title/registration
- Driver's license (require certified copy)
- Mortgage
- Homeowner's insurance
- Life insurance
- Car insurance
- Medical and dental records
- Credit cards and files
- Deeds and property titles
- Passport
- Voter registration card
- IRS forms
- Church records
- Mail and newspaper subscriptions
- Employer/payroll
- Post office
- Your attorney (to update legal documents, will)
- Military records
- Utilities/Subscriptions
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