Hale County Unclaimed Money

Unclaimed money for Hale County residents is held by the Alabama State Treasury. The probate court in Greensboro provides estate documents for heir claims.

How to Search for Unclaimed Money

The state of Alabama holds over $1.3 billion in unclaimed property. The State Treasury keeps it until owners claim it. Hale County residents search the same database as everyone else in Alabama. Part of that money could be yours.

Searching costs nothing. The state runs the program and wants to return money to its rightful owners. You can search from any computer or phone with internet.

Steps to search:

• Go to alabama.findyourunclaimedproperty.com
• Enter your first and last name
• Add Greensboro to filter results
• Review any matching records
• Start a claim for property that belongs to you

Try every name you have used. Maiden names, former married names, and nicknames all matter. Check for deceased relatives too. With the right documentation, heirs can claim money left behind by family members.

Skip the finder services. Code of Alabama Section 35-12-93 caps their fees at 10%, but you can file for free directly with the state.

Hale County Probate Court

The probate court handles estate matters in Hale County. This includes wills, guardianships, and administration of deceased persons' estates. The court provides documents needed for heir claims on unclaimed property. Money claims go through the state treasury, not the local court.

The probate office is in Greensboro at the county courthouse. Staff can explain the probate process and what documents you need. The probate judge also handles marriage licenses and some property records.

Hale County shares the 4th Judicial Circuit with Dallas and Wilcox counties. Circuit court handles matters beyond probate jurisdiction. The three counties share judges for circuit-level cases.

Getting Estate Documents for Heir Claims

Claiming unclaimed money for a deceased person requires proof. The state needs to see that the person died and that you have a legal right to claim their property. Most of these documents come from the probate court.

Documents commonly needed:

• Certified death certificate
• Letters of administration or letters testamentary
• Copy of the will if one exists
• Birth certificate proving relationship
• Marriage certificate for surviving spouse

The court charges fees for copies. Certified documents cost more. Call the office to check current prices before visiting. Older records may require extra time to retrieve.

Get documents in person or by mail. Bring photo ID for in-person requests. Mail requests need a written letter with details about what you need, payment for fees, and a self-addressed stamped envelope.

Online Records Access

Hale County has a basic website with office information. For detailed record searches, you may need to contact the probate office by phone or in person.

Online resources:

• Hale County Government - Official county website
• State Unclaimed Property - Search for money
• Alacourt ACCESS - Statewide court records

The state unclaimed property portal is the best tool for finding lost money. It covers all of Alabama and is free. Alacourt offers court records statewide but charges subscription fees.

Types of Unclaimed Property

Many things become unclaimed property. When businesses cannot find account holders, they turn the money over to the state. The state then tries to locate the rightful owners.

Common sources of unclaimed money:

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

Hale County has a rural economy with agriculture as a major component. Catfish farming has become important in recent decades. Families often have deep roots in the area going back generations. When older relatives die, their accounts can go unclaimed if heirs do not know about them. Checking the state database is a good idea for anyone with family ties to Hale County.

About Hale County

Hale County sits in west-central Alabama in the Black Belt region. About 14,300 people live here. The county was created in 1867 and named for Stephen F. Hale, a Confederate officer.

Greensboro serves as the county seat. The town has about 2,200 residents and features many antebellum homes. Moundville, home of an important Native American archaeological site, is also in Hale County. The Moundville Archaeological Park draws visitors and researchers from around the world.

The county has lost population over the decades as residents moved to cities for work. This out-migration creates unclaimed property when people leave accounts behind. Families of former Hale County residents should check the state database for money tied to old addresses here.

Contact the State Treasury

Have questions about unclaimed property? Contact the Alabama State Treasury. The Unclaimed Property Division handles all searches and claims statewide. Hale County residents use this same office.

Cities in Hale County

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

Communities include Greensboro, Moundville, Akron, and Newbern. Greensboro is the largest at about 2,200 residents.

Nearby Counties

Have ties to areas around Hale County? Check these neighboring counties for unclaimed property. Search under all addresses where you have lived.