Montgomery County Unclaimed Property

Unclaimed money in Montgomery County goes through the Alabama State Treasury located right here in the capital city. The county probate court helps with estate documents for heir claims.

How to Search for Unclaimed Money

All unclaimed property in Alabama goes to the State Treasury. Montgomery County residents have the advantage of being right where the treasury is located. The state holds over $1.3 billion waiting for rightful owners. Your name could be on the list.

The search is free. Takes about two minutes. Go to the official state portal and enter your name. Check under maiden names and old addresses too. Many people find money they forgot about.

To search the state database:

• Visit alabama.findyourunclaimedproperty.com
• Enter your first and last name
• Add Montgomery or your city to narrow results
• Click on any matching records
• File a claim if you find your property

The state charges nothing to search or file claims. Third-party finder services exist but are never needed. Under Code of Alabama Section 35-12-93, finder fees are capped at 10%. Save that money and file directly for free.

Montgomery County Probate Court

The probate court helps with estate documents. These papers support heir claims for deceased relatives. The court handles wills, letters of administration, and death certificates. It does not process unclaimed money claims directly. That goes through the state treasury.

Montgomery County has a dedicated probate court in downtown. The office handles high volume given the county's population. Staff can help locate records and provide certified copies. Call ahead to check wait times.

Montgomery County is part of the 15th Judicial Circuit. The probate court sits near the state capitol building. Parking can be tight downtown. The courthouse shares a complex with other county offices.

Getting Estate Documents for Heir Claims

Heirs need specific documents to claim money for deceased relatives. The state treasury requires proof of death and proof of relationship. County probate courts provide these papers. Without proper documentation, your claim will stall.

Documents you may need:

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

The probate court charges fees for copies. Certified copies cost more than plain ones. Check the Montgomery County website for current prices. Some documents take time to process. Start early if you need papers for an heir claim.

You can request documents in person, by mail, or through the online portal. Montgomery County offers good online services. The web portal lets you search and order records from home.

Online Records Access

Montgomery County provides online access to probate records. The county website links to various search portals. For detailed records, the online system works well.

Online resources:

• Montgomery County Land Records - Property and recorded documents
• Probate Court Website - Forms and information
• State Unclaimed Property - Search for money

The county records portal lets you search by name, date, or document type. Many recorded documents have digital images available. Basic searching is free. Some advanced features may require registration.

Types of Unclaimed Property

Many kinds of assets end up as unclaimed property. Banks, employers, insurance companies, and utilities all report dormant accounts. These funds wait at the state treasury.

Common unclaimed property in Montgomery County:

• Old bank accounts from closed branches
• Final paychecks from jobs you left
• Insurance payouts and annuities
• Utility deposits from old addresses
• Stock dividends and mutual funds
• Safe deposit box contents
• Uncashed refund checks

Montgomery has many state government workers. When employees retire or leave, some accounts get overlooked. Maxwell Air Force Base also employs thousands. Military families who moved away should check for unclaimed money here.

About Montgomery County

Montgomery County sits in central Alabama. Over 226,000 people live here. The county formed in 1816 and was named for Major Lemuel P. Montgomery, who died in the Battle of Horseshoe Bend. The city of Montgomery has served as the state capital since 1846.

The state government employs many residents. Maxwell Air Force Base brings military jobs. Healthcare and education also drive the economy. Hyundai operates a major auto plant nearby. The diversity of employers means plenty of dormant accounts exist.

Montgomery played a central role in both the Confederacy and the Civil Rights Movement. The city served as the first Confederate capital in 1861. A century later, Rosa Parks and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. launched the Montgomery Bus Boycott here. The long history means estates and accounts going back generations. Families with deep roots here should search for unclaimed property.

Contact the State Treasury

Have questions about unclaimed money? The state treasury runs the program right here in Montgomery. You can visit in person or contact them remotely. Staff help with searches and claims.

Cities in Montgomery County

Montgomery County has one major city over 50,000. All county residents use the same state unclaimed property search.

Other cities in Montgomery County include Prattville (partly in Autauga), Pike Road, and Millbrook.

Nearby Counties

If you have ties to areas near Montgomery County, check these neighbors too. Unclaimed property follows where you lived, not where you live now.