Government & Administrative Law
Contesting improper property tax assessments at the state, county, and municipal level.
Property values can fluctuate based on changing economic conditions. As a result, your property may become overvalued for tax assessment purposes. Taxpayers may challenge assessed tax rates by demonstrating that the valuation is unreasonable relative to current market conditions.
Municipalities seeking additional revenue sometimes raise property valuations or enforce taxes more aggressively. The firm assists clients in contesting inappropriate state, county, and municipal tax assessments. When significant amounts are disputed, consulting experienced counsel helps confirm market value and assess whether pursuing an appeal makes business sense.
Cities and counties classify property for taxation. Mississippi Constitution Section 112 mandates that taxation shall be uniform and equal throughout the state.
Tax assessments can be reversed when they lack substantial evidence, are deemed arbitrary, exceed authority, or violate constitutional or statutory rights. Mississippi Code § 11-51-77 grants aggrieved parties a limited time to appeal board decisions to circuit court.
Tax revenue laws are strictly construed against the taxing power, and all ambiguities are to be resolved in favor of the taxpayer.
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