Choctaw County Unclaimed Money Search
Unclaimed money in Choctaw County is held by the Alabama State Treasury. The probate court in Butler provides estate documents for heir claims.
Choctaw County Quick Facts
How to Search for Unclaimed Money
All unclaimed property in Alabama goes to the State Treasury. Choctaw County residents use the same statewide database. The treasury holds over $1.3 billion in unclaimed funds. Some of that might belong to Choctaw County families.
The search is free and fast. Takes just a few minutes. Go to the state portal and enter your name. Try maiden names and old spellings too.
How to search:
- Visit alabama.findyourunclaimedproperty.com
- Enter your first and last name
- Add Butler or Gilbertown to narrow results
- Review any matches
- Claim your property if found
No fees to search or claim. Alabama caps finder fees at 10%. But you can keep everything by filing directly.
Choctaw County Probate Court
The probate court operates from the courthouse in Butler. It handles estates, wills, guardianships, and vital records. Marriage licenses go through here. The court does not process unclaimed money claims. Those go to Montgomery. But heir claims need documents from this office.
Butler is a small town with deep roots. The courthouse serves the whole county from this central location.
| Office | Choctaw County Probate Court 117 South Mulberry Avenue Butler, AL 36904 |
|---|---|
| Phone | (205) 459-2417 |
| Hours | Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM |
| Probate Judge | Contact office for current judge |
| Website | Contact office for information |
Call ahead to confirm hours and required documents.
Estate Documents for Heir Claims
When claiming money for a deceased relative, you need proof. The state requires evidence of death and your right to inherit. Probate courts issue those papers.
Documents often needed:
- Certified death certificate
- Letters testamentary or of administration
- Copy of the will if one exists
- Birth certificate proving family ties
- Marriage certificate for spouse claims
Certified copies have fees. The probate court sets those. The unclaimed money search and claim are free through the state.
Processing takes time. Plan ahead if you need papers for a claim.
Online Records Access
Choctaw County has limited online records access. Like many small rural counties, you may need to call or visit for detailed information.
Online resources:
- State Unclaimed Property - Money search
The state portal has the most current unclaimed property data. For local records, contact the probate office directly.
Types of Unclaimed Property
Many assets end up unclaimed. Holders report dormant accounts to the state when they cannot find owners. The money waits there.
Common types:
- Old bank accounts
- Uncashed checks
- Insurance proceeds
- Utility deposits
- Stock dividends
- Safe deposit contents
- Refunds
Choctaw County has a long timber and farming history. Paper mills and logging operations employed many workers over the years. Workers who moved for jobs or their families might have old accounts. Agricultural payments and timber rights could create unclaimed funds too.
About Choctaw County
Choctaw County sits in southwest Alabama along the Mississippi border. The county formed in 1847 from parts of Sumter and Washington counties. About 12,500 people live here now. Butler serves as the county seat. The county takes its name from the Choctaw people.
The Tombigbee River flows through the county. Timber and agriculture built the economy. Paper mills still operate in the region. The small population and rural character mean close community ties. Families have deep roots here going back generations.
People who left for work elsewhere may have accounts tied to Choctaw County addresses. Inheritance from long-time residents could include unclaimed property.
Contact the State Treasury
Questions about unclaimed money go to the state treasury. Local courts cannot help with claims. Contact Montgomery directly.
| Office | Alabama State Treasury, Unclaimed Property Division |
|---|---|
| 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 Choctaw County
Choctaw County has no cities over 50,000 population. Butler is the largest with about 1,800 residents. Gilbertown has around 200 people.
Other communities include Lisman, Needham, Silas, Toxey, and Pennington. Search the state database using any of these location names.
Nearby Counties
Choctaw County borders Mississippi and several Alabama counties. Check neighbors if you have ties there.