Access Conecuh County Unclaimed Money

Unclaimed money in Conecuh County is held by the Alabama State Treasury. The probate court in Evergreen handles estate documents for heir claims.

How to Search for Unclaimed Money

Alabama holds all unclaimed property at the State Treasury. Conecuh County residents use the same statewide database. The treasury keeps over $1.3 billion in unclaimed funds. Some might belong to Conecuh County families.

The search is free. Takes just a few minutes. Go to the state portal and enter your name. Check maiden names and former addresses too.

How to search:

• Visit alabama.findyourunclaimedproperty.com
• Enter your first and last name
• Add Evergreen to narrow results
• Review any matches
• Claim your property if found

No fees apply. Alabama caps finder fees at 10%. File directly and keep all your money.

Conecuh County Probate Court

The probate court operates from the courthouse in Evergreen. It handles wills, estates, 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 estate documents from this office.

Evergreen sits along Interstate 65 between Montgomery and Mobile. The courthouse serves all of Conecuh County.

Call ahead for current fees and required documents.

Estate Documents for Heir Claims

Claiming money for a deceased relative requires proof. The state needs evidence of death and your right to inherit. Probate courts issue those papers.

Documents commonly needed:

• Certified death certificate
• Letters testamentary or of administration
• Copy of the will if one exists
• Birth certificate showing family ties
• 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 takes time. Plan ahead if you need documents.

Online Records Access

Conecuh 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. When holders cannot find owners, they report to the state. The money waits until claimed.

Common types:

• Old bank accounts
• Uncashed checks
• Insurance proceeds
• Utility deposits
• Stock dividends
• Safe deposit contents
• Refunds

Conecuh County has timber and agriculture as economic pillars. The Conecuh National Forest covers much of the county. Logging and paper industries employed many workers. Families with timber land might have old payments or lease money waiting. Workers who moved for jobs elsewhere could have forgotten accounts.

About Conecuh County

Conecuh County sits in south-central Alabama. The county formed in 1818, a year before statehood. About 11,500 people live here now. Evergreen serves as the county seat. The name comes from a Creek word meaning "land of cane."

The Conecuh National Forest dominates the landscape. Timber and forest products drive the economy. The Conecuh River runs through the county. Small farming communities dot the rural areas.

Long family roots mean property and accounts going back generations. Search under ancestors' names as well as your own.

Contact the State Treasury

The state treasury handles unclaimed money questions. Local courts cannot help with claims. Contact Montgomery directly.

Cities in Conecuh County

Conecuh County has no cities over 50,000 population. Evergreen is the largest with about 3,300 residents. Repton has around 300 people.

Other communities include Castleberry, Belleville, and various unincorporated areas. Search the state database using any of these location names.

Nearby Counties

Conecuh County borders several other counties. Check neighbors if you have ties there.