FAQs

Please find answers to frequently asked questions below:

Deposit

Can I make a payment over the phone?

Unfortunately at this time, we cannot take payments over the phone but you are welcome to send your payments by mail or to pay them in person.

Can I pay with a credit card?

We do not take credit cards at this time, however, cash and checks are accepted. Checks should be made payable to Harris County Treasury.

I have a question about my health insurance.

All questions concerning health insurance should be directed to Human Resources. Treasury accepts insurance payments, but does not have any other information regarding benefits.

I need a copy of a check.

Due to deposit procedures, we are unable to provide individual check copy requests.

Disbursement

Can I request a Stop Payment Affidavit through Treasury?

Yes please follow these steps:

Check must be outstanding for 15 business days before a stop payment can be placed.
Stop payment Affidavits are prepared by Treasury and can be faxed, mailed, or emailed to you per your request.
Stop Payment Affidavits over $500.00 are to be signed and notarized by a Notary.
Stop Payment Affidavits that are less than $500.00 require copy of ID.
After document is filled out make sure to fax, email, or mail documents back to Treasury. Fax # (832)927-0056
Once Affidavit is received by treasury, it can take up two 2 weeks for a new check to be reissued.
If you would like to have the new check held for you to pick up please note that somewhere on the affidavit, otherwise new check will be mailed to the address you provided.