15-18-216. Form of proof of notice. Sections 15-18-212 and 15-18-219 require that proof of notice must be filed with the county clerk. The proof of notice must be made as follows:

PROOF OF NOTICE

I,……….(Name and Address), acting as or on behalf of the owner of the property tax lien, have complied with the notice requirements of Title 15, chapter 18, MCA, as follows:

1. A “Notice That a Tax Deed May Be Issued” was mailed to the owners, current occupant, and parties, as required by 15-18-212 or 15-18-219, MCA. A copy of each notice is attached or is on file in the office of the county clerk.

2. The notices were mailed by certified mail, return receipt requested. Copies of the return receipts are attached or are on file in the office of the county clerk.

3. Notice was given by publishing in the newspaper as required by 7-1-2121, which is………, on……… and……… or posting in the three public places designated by the governing body, which are………., ………., and……….. Proof of publication is attached.

DATED: ……………

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(Signature)

State of………………..

County of…………………

The record was signed before me on (date) by (name(s) of individual(s))…………………

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(Signature of notarial officer)

(Official stamp)

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Title of officer (if not shown in stamp)”