Mark Gill

Mark Gill is the founder and publisher of Know Your State Law, an independent legal-information website. He oversees the site's research, content development, and publication process, using ChatGPT and other digital tools for research support, organization, and drafting. Mark does not hold formal legal qualifications and is not an attorney. Know Your State Law publishes general educational information, not individual legal advice.

Can You Claim California Unclaimed Property for a Deceased Relative?

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Financial documents and records representing a claim for unclaimed property of a deceased person

Last updated: September 2026 Yes, you may be able to claim California unclaimed property that belonged to a deceased relative—but being a child, spouse, sibling, or other relative does not automatically prove that you are entitled to the money. The California State Controller’s Office asks heirs, trustees, and estate representatives to provide documents showing both … Read more

How Do You Find and Claim Unclaimed Property in California?

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Financial paperwork and records representing a search for unclaimed property in California

Last updated: September 2026 California’s State Controller’s Office (SCO) has also expanded its outreach to people who may be owed unclaimed property. In June 2026, the SCO announced that it was mailing notices to about 130,000 Californians identified through a state data-matching effort. If you receive a notice, verify it through official California sources before … Read more