Power of county recorder to audit records and issue subpoenas.
1. The county recorder may audit all records relating to the collection and calculation of any tax imposed by this chapter. If the county recorder deems it necessary to conduct an audit, the audit must be completed within 3 years after the date of the original recording of the document that evidences the transfer of property for which the tax was imposed.
2. The county recorder may issue subpoenas to require the production of documents necessary for him to determine the amount of the tax due pursuant to this chapter or to determine whether a person qualifies for an exemption from taxes pursuant to this chapter. The county recorder may have the subpoenas served, and upon application of the district attorney, to any court of competent jurisdiction, enforced in the manner provided by law for the service and enforcement of subpoenas in a civil action.
Last modified: February 27, 2006