Calhoun County Unclaimed Money
Unclaimed money in Calhoun County is held by the Alabama State Treasury. The probate court in Anniston provides estate documents needed for heir claims.
Calhoun County Quick Facts
How to Search for Unclaimed Money
Alabama holds all unclaimed property at the State Treasury. Calhoun County residents use the same statewide search. The treasury has over $1.3 billion in unclaimed funds. Given the county's population, a good amount likely belongs to people from this area.
The search is free and fast. Takes maybe two minutes. Go to the state website and type your name. Check variations too. Maiden names. Nicknames. Old addresses.
Search steps:
- Visit alabama.findyourunclaimedproperty.com
- Enter your first and last name
- Add Anniston or Oxford to narrow results
- Review any matches
- File a claim if you find your property
No fees for searching. No fees to claim. Alabama law caps finder fees at 10%. But you can keep everything by filing directly.
Calhoun County Probate Court
The probate court sits in the courthouse in Anniston. It handles estates, wills, guardianships, and vital records. Marriage licenses go through here too. The court does not process unclaimed money claims directly. Those go to Montgomery. But heir claims need estate documents from this office.
Calhoun County is one of the more populated counties in Alabama. The probate court handles a heavy workload for the area.
| Office | Calhoun County Probate Court 1702 Noble Street, Suite 104 Anniston, AL 36201 |
|---|---|
| Phone | (256) 241-2825 |
| Hours | Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM |
| Probate Judge | Contact office for current judge |
| Website | calhouncounty.org/probate_judge.html |
The courthouse was renovated in recent years. Modern facilities help serve the population.
Estate Documents for Heir Claims
Claiming money for a deceased relative requires documentation. The state needs proof that the person died and that you have the right to inherit. The probate court issues those papers.
Common documents needed:
- Certified death certificate
- Letters testamentary or of administration
- Copy of the will if there is one
- Birth certificate showing relationship
- Marriage certificate for spouse claims
Fees apply to certified copies. The unclaimed money search itself is free. Only the estate documents have costs.
Processing takes time. Start early if you need papers for a claim.
Online Records Access
Calhoun County has a website with information about county services. Some records can be accessed online. The county has more digital services than many smaller Alabama counties.
Where to look online:
- Calhoun County Probate - Office information
- State Unclaimed Property - Money search
The state portal has the most current unclaimed property data. Businesses report dormant accounts yearly.
Types of Unclaimed Property
Many asset types become unclaimed. Banks report old accounts. Employers turn over uncashed checks. Insurance companies send benefits that were never claimed. All goes to the state.
Common types in Calhoun County:
- Dormant bank accounts
- Uncashed payroll checks
- Insurance proceeds
- Utility deposits
- Stock dividends
- Safe deposit contents
- Refund checks
Calhoun County has a military history with Fort McClellan and Anniston Army Depot. Many military families passed through over the years. Veterans and their families should definitely check for unclaimed money. Job changes and moves lead to lost accounts.
About Calhoun County
Calhoun County sits in northeast Alabama. The county formed in 1832, originally called Benton County. It was renamed in 1858 for John C. Calhoun. About 116,000 people live here. Anniston serves as the county seat.
The iron industry built Anniston in the 1870s. The town was a planned company town. Fort McClellan trained soldiers for decades before closing in 1999. The Anniston Army Depot still operates. Manufacturing, healthcare, and retail drive the economy today.
Oxford has grown into a retail hub. Interstate 20 connects the county to Birmingham and Atlanta. That location brings jobs and commuters. Search under all addresses where you lived or worked.
Contact the State Treasury
Questions about unclaimed money go to the state treasury. Local courts cannot answer claim questions. Contact Montgomery directly.
| Office | Alabama State Treasury, Unclaimed Property Division |
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| Address | RSA Union Building 100 North Union Street, Suite 636 Montgomery, AL 36104 |
| Toll-Free | (888) 844-8400 |
| Local | (334) 242-9614 |
| unclaimed@treasury.alabama.gov |
Cities in Calhoun County
Calhoun County has no cities over 50,000 population. Anniston has about 21,000 residents. Oxford has around 22,000.
Other communities include Jacksonville, Piedmont, Weaver, Hobson City, Ohatchee, and Alexandria. Search the state database using any of these city names.
Nearby Counties
Calhoun County borders several others. Check those areas if you have connections there.