Find Unclaimed Money in Henry County

Unclaimed money in Henry County is managed by the Alabama State Treasury. The probate court in Abbeville 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 until owners come forward. Henry County residents search the same system as everyone in the state. Some of that money could belong to you.

The search is free. No fees at all. The state pays for the program and wants to return money to its owners. You can search from any device with internet access.

How to search:

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

Search under all names you have used. Maiden names, former married names, nicknames all count. Check for deceased relatives too. Heirs can claim money from family members who passed away with proper documentation.

Finder services charge fees but are not needed. Under Code of Alabama Section 35-12-93, their fees are capped at 10%. Save that money and file directly with the state for free.

Henry County Probate Court

The probate court handles estate matters for Henry 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.

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

Henry County is part of the 20th Judicial Circuit along with Houston County. The circuit handles court matters that go beyond probate jurisdiction. The two counties share some judicial resources.

Getting Estate Documents for Heir Claims

When you claim money for a deceased relative, the state requires documentation. You must prove the person died and that you have a right to their property. The probate court provides 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. Certified copies cost more than plain ones. Call ahead to get current prices. Older records may take extra time to locate.

Request documents in person or by mail. Bring photo ID for in-person visits. Mail requests need a letter with details, payment for fees, and a self-addressed stamped envelope.

Online Records Access

Henry County has a county website with office information and some services. For detailed record searches, you may need to contact the probate office directly.

Online resources:

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

The state unclaimed property portal is the best way to search for lost 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. Banks, employers, insurers, and utilities report dormant accounts to the state. When owners cannot be found, the money goes to the treasury.

Common types of unclaimed property:

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

Henry County sits in the Wiregrass region. Peanut farming and agriculture drive much of the local economy. Families often have roots going back generations. When older residents pass on, their accounts can go unclaimed if heirs do not know about them. Anyone with family ties to Henry County should check the state database.

About Henry County

Henry County sits in southeast Alabama near the Georgia border. About 17,100 people call it home. The county was created in 1819 and named for Patrick Henry, the American patriot.

Abbeville serves as the county seat. The town has about 2,500 residents. The Chattahoochee River forms the eastern border of the county. Agriculture, especially peanuts and cotton, has long been the backbone of the local economy.

The county has remained relatively stable in population over the years. This means multi-generational families with long histories in the area. When older family members die, their accounts sometimes go unclaimed. The state database is worth checking for anyone with family roots here.

Contact the State Treasury

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

Cities in Henry County

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

Communities include Abbeville, Headland, Newville, and Haleburg. Headland is actually the largest town at about 5,000 people, larger than Abbeville.

Nearby Counties

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