Oklahoma City Unclaimed Money

Oklahoma City residents have two separate places to search for unclaimed money: the statewide portal run by the Oklahoma State Treasurer and the city of Oklahoma City's own unclaimed property database. Both are free to search, and there is no deadline to file a claim. The state holds over $1 billion in unclaimed funds from across Oklahoma, and OKC accounts for a large share of that total given the size of the city.

Oklahoma City Unclaimed Property Portal

The City of Oklahoma City runs its own unclaimed property program through the Finance Department. According to the city, when OKC writes a check to a business, employee, or resident and it goes uncashed, the city's job is to try to reunite that property with its rightful owner. This applies to vendor payments, payroll checks, utility refunds, and other disbursements. You can search the city's database online by name at no cost.

The city portal is separate from the state program. If you have ever worked for the city, done business with OKC, or received a refund from a city utility, check this portal first. It covers only funds that originated with the City of Oklahoma City itself.

The OKC unclaimed property program is managed through the Finance Department. You can access the search tool and find claim forms at app.okc.gov/applications/unclaimedproperty. To claim funds, you must complete a notarized affidavit and mail it along with proof of identity. Forms cannot be submitted online. Send completed paperwork to:

Unclaimed Property, City of Oklahoma City
100 N Walker, Suite 300
Oklahoma City, OK 73102
Email: escheatment@okc.gov

For questions about city-level unclaimed property, the Finance Department can be reached at (405) 297-2397. The main Finance office is at City Hall, 200 North Walker, Oklahoma City, OK 73102.

The Oklahoma City Finance Department page at okc.gov/departments/finance has details on city financial programs including unclaimed property.

The city also provides a copy of the claim form on that page. Print it, fill it out, have it notarized, and mail it with your ID. Processing time varies but the city will contact you once it reviews the claim.

Note: The city portal covers only funds held directly by the City of Oklahoma City. For all other unclaimed money from banks, insurance, utilities, and other companies, search the state portal at yourmoney.ok.gov.

Oklahoma Unclaimed Money for Oklahoma City Residents

The Oklahoma State Treasurer manages the main unclaimed money program for all Oklahoma residents, including those in Oklahoma City. The state holds over $1 billion in unclaimed funds across more than one million accounts. In 2025 alone, the state returned $21.5 million to rightful owners. Oklahoma City accounts represent a significant portion of that total.

Unclaimed money comes from many sources. Banks turn over dormant accounts. Insurance companies report uncashed benefits. Utilities send in security deposits. Employers submit uncashed payroll checks. Brokerage firms transfer forgotten investment accounts. All of that flows into the state fund under 60 O.S. § 661, Oklahoma's Uniform Unclaimed Property Act.

The search is free. There is no fee to look up your name, and there is no deadline to file a claim. The state holds your money indefinitely until you come forward. Start at yourmoney.ok.gov or go directly to the claim search at yourmoney.ok.gov/app/claim-search. You can also read general program information from the Oklahoma Treasurer at oklahoma.gov/treasurer/unclaimed-property.html.

State Treasurer Todd Russ oversees the program. If you have questions, contact the office directly:

• Phone: (405) 521-4273
• Email: Unclaimed@treasurer.ok.gov
• Mailing: 4841 N. Sewell Ave, Oklahoma City, OK 73118
• Physical: 9520 N. May Ave., Lower Level, Oklahoma City, OK 73120

How to Search and Claim in Oklahoma City

Start with the state portal at yourmoney.ok.gov. Enter your name using different spellings if needed. Try your current name and any previous names. Check old addresses too, since records are often tied to where you lived when the property was first reported. If you find a match, click to start the claim process online.

You will need to verify your identity. For most claims, a copy of a government-issued ID is enough. Larger amounts may require more documentation such as a Social Security card, utility bill, or other proof of address. If you are claiming for a deceased relative, you will need a death certificate and proof that you are the heir or executor of the estate. The state accepts claims from heirs, and there is no time limit.

For OKC city-specific funds, the process is slightly different. You must print the notarized affidavit from the city's portal, sign it in front of a notary, and mail it with your ID to the Finance Department at 100 N Walker, Suite 300. You cannot submit the city form by email or online.

Note: Search your name multiple ways. Try first name only, last name only, and with middle initials. Former addresses matter too since property is often reported under the address the company had on file.

Oklahoma City Police Unclaimed Items

The Oklahoma City Police Department holds thousands of unclaimed items each year. Backpacks, car bumpers, jewelry, cash, and TVs are just a few of the items in the Police Property Management Unit. If property is turned over to OKC police and the owner does not claim it, it may eventually be auctioned or disposed of.

To retrieve property held by the OKC Police Department, visit the Property Management Unit at 701 West Main St. Hours are 8 AM to 4 PM, Monday through Friday. Bring a photo ID. The phone number for the unit is (405) 297-1135. Items are stored a minimum of three months before disposal.

If you believe the police have property that belongs to you, contact the unit as soon as possible. The longer you wait, the greater the chance the item has been released or auctioned. You can find more details at okc.gov/Services/Public-Safety/Police/Unclaimed-Items-and-Property.

Cash seized or found by OKC police follows a different process. Depending on the circumstances, it may be held as evidence, turned over to the state's unclaimed property fund, or handled through court proceedings. If you are missing cash that was taken into custody, contact the police property unit for guidance.

Oklahoma County Resources for Oklahoma City Residents

Oklahoma City is the county seat of Oklahoma County. The county has its own set of offices that may hold records relevant to unclaimed property. The Oklahoma County Clerk, Maressa Treat, can be reached at (405) 270-0082. Land records and deed searches are available at www.okcc.online. If you are looking for property tied to a real estate transaction or estate, the county clerk's office is a good place to check.

The Oklahoma County Treasurer handles property tax records. Overpaid taxes or tax refunds that go uncollected can eventually become unclaimed property. Contact the Treasurer's office if you believe you are owed a refund from a past property tax payment.

For federal unclaimed funds, Oklahoma City residents should check the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Western District of Oklahoma. The court holds funds from bankruptcy cases where creditors could not be located. That office is at 215 Dean A. McGee Ave Suite 147, Oklahoma City, OK 73102, phone (405) 609-5765. Their site is at okwb.uscourts.gov. The Northern District bankruptcy court also holds unclaimed funds from cases filed there; see oknb.uscourts.gov/unclaimed-funds.

Oklahoma County Unclaimed Money

Oklahoma City is in Oklahoma County. All county-level records and resources for this area go through Oklahoma County offices. For more details on the county clerk, treasurer, and other resources, visit the county page.

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Nearby Cities

These Oklahoma cities also have unclaimed money resources. If you have lived in more than one city, check each one.