Brighton Unclaimed Funds Search

Brighton unclaimed money searches go through the state program run by the Colorado State Treasurer. This Adams County city with over 40,000 residents uses the same statewide database as all other Colorado cities. The Great Colorado Payback program holds more than $2.5 billion in forgotten funds from banks, employers, insurers, and utilities. Brighton does not keep its own unclaimed property records. All local residents search the state system for free to find old accounts, uncashed checks, and insurance refunds.

How the State Program Works

The Great Colorado Payback manages unclaimed property for the entire state. Banks, employers, and other businesses must turn over funds when they lose contact with owners for three to five years. The state then holds the money until the rightful owner files a claim.

The database lists over 16.5 million names. The state processes about 86,000 claims yearly worth nearly $80 million total. Average claims pay $1,832. Some people find just $10 or $20. Others discover thousands of dollars they forgot about.

The City of Brighton provides municipal services but refers all unclaimed property inquiries to the state program.

Searching for Brighton Unclaimed Property

The search process is simple and fast. Anyone can use it at any time. No fees apply.

All Brighton residents must search the state database to find unclaimed money from banks and private businesses.

• Visit the search page
• Type your name in the search fields
• Add Brighton to filter by city
• Review all matches
• Click on items that belong to you
• File claims online or by mail

Do not pay third parties to search for you. The state provides this service at no charge. You can complete everything yourself in minutes.

Adams County and Unclaimed Property

Brighton is in Adams County. The county treasurer handles property taxes at the government center in Brighton but does not manage unclaimed property from private sources. The treasurer refers these inquiries to the state program.

Adams County offices are at 4430 S Adams County Pkwy in Brighton. The treasurer division page is here. For tax questions, contact the county. For unclaimed money from banks or employers, contact the state.

Types of Unclaimed Funds

The state holds many types of property. Here are common examples.

• Bank accounts inactive for three years
• Uncashed payroll or vendor checks
• Insurance proceeds and policy refunds
• Stock dividends and brokerage accounts
• Utility deposits from service providers
• Money orders and traveler checks
• Safe deposit box contents

Funds become unclaimed when businesses cannot contact owners. Mail gets returned. Phone numbers change. People move and forget to update addresses. After the required holding period, the business reports the property to the state.

Filing a Claim

When you find property, you file a claim to get it back. The state needs proof you are the owner. Small claims under $100 need just basic info. Larger claims require documents like driver licenses, bills, or bank statements.

Start the claim online. The state sends forms by mail or email. Fill out the form. Attach required documents. Mail to 200 E. Colfax Ave., Room 141, Denver, CO 80203-1722. Or upload documents online.

Most claims process in 90 to 120 days. Simple ones move faster. Complex ones take longer. The state will ask if they need more info. When approved, they mail a check.

Note: No deadline exists to file claims in Colorado.

Contact Information

All unclaimed property questions for Brighton go to the state office.

More Resources

The state site has helpful pages. Check the FAQ section for common questions. Read the How to Claim page for instructions. Learn about the program at the What is UCP page. Check claim status with the status tool.