Clarke County Unclaimed Money
Unclaimed money for Clarke County residents goes through the Alabama State Treasury. The probate court in Grove Hill handles estate documents for heir claims.
Clarke County Quick Facts
How to Search for Unclaimed Money
The Alabama State Treasury holds all unclaimed funds in the state. Clarke County residents search the same database as everyone else. The treasury keeps over $1.3 billion in unclaimed property. Part of that could belong to Clarke County families.
Searching costs nothing. Takes just a few minutes. Visit the state portal and type your name. Try maiden names and old addresses too.
Steps to search:
- Go to alabama.findyourunclaimedproperty.com
- Enter your first and last name
- Add Grove Hill or Jackson to narrow results
- Review any matches that appear
- File a claim if you find your property
No fees apply. Alabama caps finder fees at 10%. But claim directly and keep all your money.
Clarke County Probate Court
The probate court sits in the courthouse in Grove Hill. It handles wills, estates, guardianships, and vital records. Marriage licenses come from here too. The court does not process unclaimed money claims. Those go to Montgomery. But heir claims need estate documents from this office.
Grove Hill sits in the center of the county. Jackson, a larger town, lies along the Tombigbee River to the west.
| Office | Clarke County Probate Court 114 Court Street Grove Hill, AL 36451 |
|---|---|
| Phone | (251) 275-3251 |
| Hours | Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM |
| Probate Judge | Contact office for current judge |
| Website | clarkecountyalabama.com |
Call ahead for current fees and to confirm what documents you need.
Estate Documents for Heir Claims
Claiming unclaimed money for someone who died requires proof. The state needs evidence of death and your right to inherit. The probate court issues those papers.
Documents commonly needed:
- Certified death certificate
- Letters of administration or testamentary
- Copy of the will if one exists
- Birth certificate showing family relationship
- Marriage certificate for spouse claims
Certified copies cost money. The probate court sets fees. The unclaimed money search and claim are free through the state.
Processing can take time. Start early if you need documents.
Online Records Access
Clarke County has a website with basic information. Online records access is limited compared to larger counties. For detailed records, contact the office directly.
Online resources:
- Clarke County Website - General information
- State Unclaimed Property - Money search
The state portal has the best unclaimed money data. It covers all of Alabama.
Types of Unclaimed Property
Many asset types end up unclaimed. When holders cannot find owners, they report to the state. The money waits there until claimed.
Common types:
- Dormant bank accounts
- Uncashed paychecks
- Insurance benefits
- Utility deposits
- Stock dividends
- Safe deposit contents
- Vendor refunds
Clarke County has timber and paper industries. Mills along the Tombigbee employed many workers. Jackson has had paper mill jobs for decades. Workers from those industries and their families might have old accounts. Timber lease payments and land transactions could create unclaimed funds too.
About Clarke County
Clarke County sits in southwest Alabama. The county formed in 1812, making it one of Alabama's oldest. About 23,500 people live here now. Grove Hill serves as the county seat. The county was named for General John Clarke of Georgia.
The Tombigbee River forms much of the western boundary. Timber and paper have driven the economy for generations. The Alabama River touches the eastern edge. Rivers shaped settlement and commerce here for two centuries.
Long family histories mean property and accounts going back many generations. Search under ancestors' names. Old land transactions, timber sales, and business dealings could have created unclaimed funds.
Contact the State Treasury
The state treasury handles unclaimed money questions. 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 Clarke County
Clarke County has no cities over 50,000 population. Jackson is the largest with about 4,700 residents. Grove Hill has around 1,600 people.
Other communities include Thomasville, Coffeeville, and Fulton. Search the state database using any of these city names.
Nearby Counties
Clarke County borders several other counties. Check neighbors if you have ties there.