(a) For the purpose of ascertaining the correctness of a tax return, claim or assessment or for the purpose of making an estimate of any taxpayer's liability for the tax administered under this article, the Treasurer shall have the power to examine or cause to be examined any books, papers, records, memoranda and other documents or data bearing upon the matters required to be included in the return and may require the attendance of the person rendering the return or the attendance of any other person having knowledge of relevant matters. In connection therewith, the Treasurer may take testimony and shall have the power to administer oaths.
(b) The Treasurer has the power to issue subpoenas and subpoenas duces tecum to compel the attendance of witnesses and production of documents for the purpose of ascertaining the correctness of a return or claim or for performing an assessment or for any hearing held by the Treasurer. In case of the failure or refusal of a witness to appear and testify or to produce evidence, the Treasurer may invoke the aid of the Circuit Court of Greenbrier County. Upon proper showing, the Treasurer may apply for an order requiring the witness to appear and give testimony and produce evidence concerning the matter in question.
(Ord. 172. Passed 3-21-06.)