Tax_Exempt_2020-2025_(1).pdf

This document is a Consumer's Certificate of Exemption issued by the state of Florida for Sarasota County Government, valid from 12/31/2020 to 12/31/2025. The certificate exempts Sarasota County Administration from paying Florida sales and use tax on real property rentals, transient rental property, tangible personal property purchases or rentals, and services purchased.

The certificate includes six key instructions for exempt organizations, emphasizing that the exemption is solely for customary nonprofit activities and must be used only by the organization. The document warns that fraudulent use of the certificate is a criminal offense, with potential penalties including a 200% tax penalty and possible third-degree felony conviction. Vendors and suppliers must be provided an exemption certificate before tax-exempt purchases, and purchases made by individuals on behalf of the organization are considered taxable, even if the individual will be reimbursed.