Lawrence County Unclaimed Money Search

Unclaimed money for Lawrence County residents is managed by the Alabama State Treasury. The probate court in Moulton provides 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 it all until owners come forward. Lawrence County residents search the same database as everyone in Alabama. Some of that money could belong to you.

Searching costs nothing. The state pays for the program. They want to give money back to rightful owners. The search takes just a couple of minutes online.

Steps to search:

• Go to alabama.findyourunclaimedproperty.com
• Type your first and last name
• Add Moulton to narrow results
• Look at any matches
• Start a claim for your property

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

Skip finder services. Under Code of Alabama Section 35-12-93, they can only charge 10% maximum. File directly and keep all your money.

Lawrence County Probate Court

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

The probate office is in Moulton at the county courthouse. Staff can help explain what documents you need and how to get copies. The probate judge also handles marriage licenses and some property records.

Lawrence County is the sole county in the 36th Judicial Circuit. This means it does not share judges with neighboring counties. The courthouse in Moulton handles both probate and circuit court matters.

Getting Estate Documents for Heir Claims

Claiming money for a deceased relative requires documentation. The state needs proof of death and proof of your right to the 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 documents cost more. Call ahead to check current prices. Older records may take extra time to find.

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

Online Records Access

Lawrence 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:

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

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

Types of Unclaimed Property

Unclaimed property comes from many sources. When businesses cannot find account holders, they report funds to the state. The state then works to locate rightful owners.

Common types:

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

Lawrence County has a rural economy with agriculture and some manufacturing. Poultry processing has grown in recent decades, bringing new workers to the area. When people move for work, they sometimes leave accounts behind. Former residents and their families should check the state database.

About Lawrence County

Lawrence County sits in north-central Alabama along the Tennessee River. About 33,000 people live here. The county was created in 1818 and named for Captain James Lawrence, a naval officer famous for his dying words "Don't give up the ship."

Moulton serves as the county seat. The town has about 3,400 residents. Joe Wheeler State Park and the Bankhead National Forest attract outdoor enthusiasts. The Tennessee River provides recreation along the northern border.

The local economy includes poultry processing, manufacturing, and services. Like many rural Alabama counties, Lawrence has seen some population shifts as young people move to cities. This creates unclaimed property when accounts are left behind. Families with roots in Lawrence County should check the state database.

Contact the State Treasury

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

Cities in Lawrence County

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

Communities include Moulton, Town Creek, Courtland, Hatton, Hillsboro, and North Courtland. Moulton is the county seat and largest town.

Nearby Counties

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