Requirements for additional supporting documentation vary depending on the type of claimant and whether the claimant is represented. Sufficient documentation must be provided to the court to establish the claimant’s identity and entitlement to the funds. Proof of identity must be provided in unredacted form with a current address. If there are joint claimants, then supporting documentation must be provided for both claimants.

Owner of Record

The owner of record is the original payee entitled to the funds appearing on the records of the court. If the owner of record’s name has changed since the funds have been deposited with the court, then proof of the name change must be provided. If the claimant is the owner of record, the following additional documentation is required:

1.  Application (Form 1340) for reimbursement; and

2.  Proper authority by the signer or claimant requesting release of the funds; and

3.  Photocopy of photo identification, such as driver’s license or passport; and

4.  Completed IRS form W-9 or AO213P. Claimant’s social security or tax identification number is required for processing of all payments of unclaimed funds

5.  If estate or probate situation, contact the Financial Department at 505-600-4635.

Owner of Record – Business or Government Entity

1.  Application must be signed by an authorized representative for and on behalf of the business or government entity;

2.  A notarized statement of the signing representative’s authority; and

3.  Proof of identity of the signing representative (for example, unredacted copy of driver’s license or U.S. passport that includes current address).

4.  If applicable, corporate documents showing proof of ownership of the funds through amendment, merger, or dissolution, as appropriate.

Claimant Representative

If the applicant is claimant’s attorney or other representative, the following documentation is required:

1.  Proof of identity of the representative (for example, unredacted copy of driver’s license or U.S. passport that includes current address);

2.  A notarized power of attorney signed by the claimant (or claimant’s authorized representative) on whose behalf the representative is acting; and

3.  Documentation sufficient to establish the claimant's identity and entitlement to the funds, as set forth above.

Omnibus Applications

To arrange for the submission of an omnibus application for unclaimed funds, contact the Financial Department at (505) 600-4635.