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1. Where do I go to get registered to vote?

• At the Board of Elections Office on 227 N. Main Street to fill out a form from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.


• At the Department Of Motor Vehicle when renewing or changing a drivers license or ID card


• At the Department of Social Services and the Employment Security Commissions


• At the Hoke County Public Library


• Online

2. If I am an unaffiliated voter can I vote either way?

No, an unaffiliated voter has to choose which party to vote on. A voter who is unaffiliated must either request a Democratic, Republican, Libertarian, or Unaffiliated ballot during the primary election.

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1. When should I or should I not call 911?

You should call 911 anytime you need a response from any public safety agency. While true emergencies such as fires, medical calls, in-progress crime are certainly handled by 911, we also handle the non-emergency calls such as property crimes already occurred and things of that nature. If it requires a response, call 911.

911 should not be called to ask a phone number even if it is for another agency we serve. Also do not call 911 for copies of reports of bills. Reports are given by the agencies that investigated the crime or event. You would need to contact that agency for a copy of a report.

2. Are there other numbers that you answer?

Yes there are. The 911 Center answers all calls for the business lines for the Hoke County Sheriff’s Office and the Raeford Police Department after hours. We also answer a special alarm line for incoming fire, medical, burglary, and holdup alarms. If you need to call just to ask a question and you do not need a response, please call us at 910-875-2135.

3. Does it make a difference what number I dial?

Yes it does. Hoke 911 is an Enhanced 911 of E911 system. When you call 911 on a landline phone, it gives us your address and phone number. If you call 911 on a cellular telephone, it gives us your location and telephone number. Dialing a seven-digit number does not give us this function.

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1. What are your hours?

The Hoke County Parks and Recreation office is opened Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

2. What type of payments do you take?

We take cash or check ONLY

3. When playing a sport, can I choose what team/coach my child can be on?

After a child turns 7 or moves up from the novice age league they will not be able to pick their coach or team because from then on they will be drafted onto teams or return to their last years team.

4. When registering my child for a sport, what do I need to bring?

Please bring payment and fill out an application. If your child has never played a sport with us, please bring a copy of birth certificate to verify age.

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1. What is a revaluation?

Revaluation is the process by which all property tax values within a taxing jurisdiction (Hoke County) are revalued to their market value as of a specific effective date. It is also sometimes called a mass appraisal.

2. Why do you have a revaluation?

The State of North Carolina requires counties to conduct a revaluation at least once every eight years. The purpose of the revaluation is the redistribute the tax burden based on property value.

3. Will all property values change?

Most likely, yes. However, not all property values will change at the same percentage. Market value may have increased or decreased more for some neighborhoods than others. The revaluation reflects changes that have occurred since the last revaluation.

4. When does the revaluation take effect?

The resulting values will be effective as of January 1, 2014. The assessment will be the basis for the tax bills that will be mailed in July of 2014.

5. How can I find out my new value?

The Tax Assessors Office will be mailing the “Notice of Assessed Value” to all taxpayers who own real property in Hoke County. Notices are expected to be mailed on or about February 11, 2014.
The Hoke County GIS website has also been updated with the new values. Visit www.hokecounty.net Choose GIS maps and follow the links.

6. What if I don’t receive a notice?

Notices were mailed to the last known address of each property owner in Hoke County. If you did not receive a notice, please call the Tax Assessors Office at 910-875-8751 or send an email to reval@hokecounty.org to verify your address. We will be happy to assist you in receiving your notification of assessed value.

7. What if I disagree with the new assessed value?

Instructions for appeal will be included with your assessment notice. The first level of appeal is an informal hearing. This hearing is with Hoke County personnel from the assessor’s office. During this session, the property record card is reviewed. The North Carolina General Statutes places the burden of proof on the property owner to show the assessment is incorrect. Keep in mind that your value may increase, decrease or remain unchanged during the informal process. After the informal appeal, the property owner will be notified by mail of the decision.

8. What if I still disagree with the assessed value after the informal appeal?

The second level of appeal is a formal hearing conducted by the Hoke County Board of Equalization and Review. Taxpayers must submit a request in writing to appear before the Board of Equalization and Review. Information will be included in your decision letter from your informal appeal concerning your right to appeal to the next level. The third level of appeal is with the Property Tax Commission which is a division of the North Carolina Department of Revenue.

9. How much will my tax bill increase or decrease?

The Hoke County Board of Commissioners, by law, set the tax rate. The tax rate will be applied to the new values established as of January 1, 2014. The tax rate will not be set until the budget process is complete, typically in late June. The tax bills for 2014 will be mailed in July 2014 and will be due on September 1, 2014. They are payable at par until January 5, 2015.

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1. Can I prepay my taxes before the bills are mailed?

Yes, prepayment amounts would be based on the previous year’s tax value and tax rates and would be subject to settlement when the value, rates, and bill are finalized.

2. Can I pay my real estate taxes via telephone or over the internet?

Yes, as part of our commitment to providing citizens with efficient and convenient service, Hoke County Tax Department has partnered with Official Payments to offer payment of taxes online or by telephone by calling 1-888-272-9829. For Hoke County tax bills, a jurisdiction code of 3986 should be used when paying via Official Payments and Visa, MasterCard, and Discover credit and debit cards are accepted through this service. Electronic checks are also accepted using the online method. Official Payments Corp., the service provider, charges a convenience fee for payment processing. Motor Vehicles bills can not be paid over the phone.

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3. I sold this property. Why am I getting this tax bill?

North Carolina law states that all taxable real property shall be listed and billed in the name of the owner as of January 1 each year. For additional information, please contact our office at 910-875-8751.

4. I am in the military, do I have to pay this bill?

Taxpayers who are active military and have a home of record as stated on the most current LES is a state other than North Carolina are not required to pay personal property taxes in North Carolina. To process a release for the bill, the Tax Department will need a copy of a current LES. Spouses and dependents are exempt also if they have the documents needed such as a marriage certificate and/or a sponsor card to link the two names together. Please feel free to contact Tax Collections Department for more information at 910-875-8751.

5. I do not live in Hoke County and never have. Why am I receiving a bill?

Motor Vehicle tax bills are created based on information provided by the Division of Motor Vehicles to the County. If you did not live in Hoke County when the vehicle registration was initiated or renewed, a, “Change of County” form will need to be completed. Contact us and we will provide the necessary document.

6. Why is there a BLOCK on my tag, preventing renewal?

A BLOCK is placed on a tag when the bill becomes 4 months past due. The BLOCK can only be removed when the bill is paid in full or a Les is provided.

7. We do not own this vehicle anymore or/ We do not live in this state anymore. What should I do with the bill?

If the tag was transferred from the sold vehicle to another vehicle, the bill is due in full. If the tag has been submitted to the Department of Motor Vehicle License Plate Agency, the Tax Department needs to be notified along with a copy of a tag turn in receipt within 1 year and the bill may be prorated.

8. Can I appeal the value of my vehicle?

Vehicles are valued as of January 1 of the year in which the bill is due. Taxpayers may appeal the value within 30 days of the billing date and after the bill has been paid. Consideration for excess mileage, excess wear and tear, accident damage, etc will be given based upon proof provided by the owner and a inspection of the vehicle provided by the tax office.

9. What time period does a motor vehicle bill cover?

The tax year for a registered motor vehicle is the 12 months following a new registration or the expiration of an existing registration.

10. When are real estate taxes due?

The due date is September 1. A 2% discount is allowed on Taxes if paid by August 31. Discount does not apply to the Solid Waste fee. Taxpayers have until January 5 to pay without a penalty. Taxes are past due January 6th and interest is assessed at 2% on this date. 3/4 of 1% interest is added the 1st day of each month until paid in full. Feel free to contact Hoke County Tax Collections for more information. (910) 875-8751.