Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Consult a qualified attorney for advice specific to your situation.
Detailed Answer
Under Colorado law, unclaimed property is managed by the Colorado State Treasurer’s Unclaimed Property Division. Although nccash.com is the official portal for North Carolina’s unclaimed property, Colorado maintains its own online system. To access and review information held in your Colorado unclaimed property account, follow these steps:
- Confirm the correct jurisdiction and website. Colorado’s unclaimed property site is hosted at the Colorado Treasury website: treasury.colorado.gov/unclaimed-property. Do not use nccash.com for Colorado property.
- Create or log in to your MyColorado account. Colorado uses the MyColorado portal for identity verification. Visit mycolorado.gov, sign up or log in, and link to the Unclaimed Property service.
- Search for your property. Once logged in, navigate to the Unclaimed Property dashboard. Enter your name, business name or claim number. The system will return any matches held by the state under C.R.S. § 38-13-101 et seq. (link to Title 38).
- Review the property summary. The dashboard displays details such as property type, last known holder, reported value, and date escheated to the state. Click each asset for transaction history and reporting details.
- Download or request documentation. Colorado retains holder and state reports under C.R.S. § 38-13-107 (link to § 38-13-107) and § 38-13-109 (link to § 38-13-109). Use the portal to download copies of holder reports or request additional records from the Unclaimed Property Division by email or phone.
- Track changes and updates. Any time another property report is added in your name, the portal will notify you. Log in periodically to stay current on new or updated holdings.
- Prepare to file a claim. Once you’ve reviewed your holdings, gather proof of ownership (e.g., ID, account statements) and submit a claim through the portal. Colorado rules on proof and claim procedures appear in C.R.S. § 38-13-113.
Helpful Hints
- Use consistent name formats (full legal name, prior names) when searching.
- Maintain a secure email address and update it in MyColorado for claim notifications.
- Keep digital copies of identification and ownership documents ready before submitting a claim.
- Contact the Unclaimed Property Division helpline if you can’t locate expected property.
- Review the Colorado Unclaimed Property FAQs for details on deadlines and exemptions.