Search Greene County Unclaimed Money

Unclaimed money in Greene County is managed by the Alabama State Treasury. The probate court in Eutaw helps with estate documents for heir claims.

How to Search for Unclaimed Money

Alabama holds more than $1.3 billion in unclaimed property. The State Treasury manages all of it. Greene County residents use the same search system as the rest of the state. Some of that money could belong to you or your family.

The search is free. No fees, no registration required. The state wants to return money to owners. You can check from home using any device with internet access.

How to search:

• Visit alabama.findyourunclaimedproperty.com
• Type in your first and last name
• Add Eutaw to narrow results
• Check any matching records
• File a claim for your property

Search under all names you have used over the years. Check maiden names, former married names, and nicknames. Also search for deceased relatives. Heirs can claim money from family members who passed away with the right documentation.

Finder companies charge fees to do what you can do for free. Under Code of Alabama Section 35-12-93, they can only charge up to 10%. Save that money and file directly with the state.

Greene County Probate Court

The probate court handles estate matters for Greene County. This includes wills, guardianships, and estate administration. The court provides documents for heir claims on unclaimed property. The money claims themselves go to the state treasury, not the local court.

The probate office sits in the courthouse in Eutaw. Staff can help explain what documents you need and how to get them. The probate judge also handles marriage licenses and some property filings.

Greene County is part of the 17th Judicial Circuit along with Marengo, Sumter, and Pickens counties. The circuit handles court matters beyond probate jurisdiction. The four counties share judges and resources.

Getting Estate Documents for Heir Claims

When you claim money for a deceased relative, the state requires proof. You need to show the person died and that you have a legal right to their property. The probate court can provide most of these documents.

Documents you may need:

• Certified death certificate
• Letters of administration or testamentary
• Copy of the will
• Birth certificate proving relationship
• Marriage certificate if spouse

Fees apply for copies from the court. Certified documents cost more. Call ahead to check current prices. Older records may take time to locate in the archives.

Request documents in person or by mail. For in-person visits, bring photo identification. Mail requests should include a letter explaining what you need, payment for fees, and a self-addressed stamped envelope.

Online Records Access

Greene County has limited online services. The county does not have a full online records portal. For detailed searches, contact the probate office directly by phone or in person.

Online resources:

• State Unclaimed Property - Search for lost money
• Alacourt ACCESS - Statewide court records

The state portal is the best place to search for unclaimed money. It covers all of Alabama and is free. Alacourt provides court records statewide but charges subscription fees.

Types of Unclaimed Property

Unclaimed property comes from many sources. When businesses lose touch with account holders, they report the funds to the state. The state then works to find the rightful owners.

Common types of unclaimed property:

• Dormant bank accounts
• Uncashed paychecks
• Insurance benefits
• Utility deposits
• Stock dividends
• Safe deposit box contents
• Refund checks

Greene County has seen significant population decline over the decades. Many people moved away for jobs and opportunities elsewhere. When they left, some accounts got forgotten. Families of former Greene County residents should check the database for property tied to old addresses here.

About Greene County

Greene County sits in west-central Alabama in the Black Belt region. About 7,700 people live here, making it one of the state's least populated counties. The county formed in 1819 and was named for Revolutionary War General Nathanael Greene.

Eutaw serves as the county seat. The town has about 2,500 residents. The historic downtown includes several antebellum homes. The county has a rich history tied to cotton agriculture before the Civil War.

The economy today includes some manufacturing, government services, and agriculture. Catfish farming has become an important industry. Population has declined steadily since the mid-1900s as people moved to cities for work. This out-migration creates unclaimed property when accounts are left behind.

Contact the State Treasury

Questions about unclaimed money go to the Alabama State Treasury. Their Unclaimed Property Division handles all searches and claims. Greene County residents contact this same state office.

Cities in Greene County

Greene County has a few small communities. All residents use the same state portal to search for unclaimed money. No cities in Greene County have populations over 50,000.

Communities include Eutaw, Boligee, and Forkland. Eutaw is the largest at about 2,500 residents.

Nearby Counties

Have ties to areas around Greene County? Check these neighboring counties for unclaimed property. Your money may be linked to a previous address.