Cañon City Unclaimed Property

Cañon City unclaimed money searches go through the state system run by the Colorado Treasurer. This Fremont County seat with over 16,000 residents uses the Great Colorado Payback program like all other Colorado cities. The program holds billions in forgotten funds from banks, employers, and insurance companies. Cañon City does not keep local unclaimed property records. All searches must be done through the state database which is free to use and open to everyone.

The Great Colorado Payback

The Great Colorado Payback is the official unclaimed property program for Colorado. The state holds over $2.5 billion in assets. Banks, employers, utilities, and other businesses report property when they lose contact with owners for three to five years.

The database lists more than 16.5 million names. The state processes about 86,000 claims yearly worth nearly $80 million. Average claims pay $1,832. Amounts range from a few dollars to thousands.

The City of Cañon City provides local services but directs all unclaimed property searches to the state program.

Searching for Unclaimed Funds

Anyone can search the state database. The process is simple and free.

All Cañon City unclaimed property must be searched through the statewide system.

• Go to the search page
• Enter your name
• Add Cañon City or Canon City to filter by location
• Review all matches
• Click on items that are yours
• File a claim online or by mail

No fees apply. Do not pay third parties to search for you. You can do it yourself in minutes at no cost.

Fremont County Unclaimed Property

Cañon City is the county seat of Fremont County. The county treasurer manages property taxes but not unclaimed property from private sources. The treasurer uses a tax system for property tax payments.

For unclaimed money from banks or businesses, the county refers people to the state program. The county handles only tax-related funds, not private sector unclaimed property.

Types of Unclaimed Money

The state holds many types of property. Common examples include:

• Inactive bank accounts after three years
• Uncashed checks from employers or businesses
• Life insurance proceeds
• Stock dividends and shares
• Utility company refunds
• Money orders and traveler checks
• Safe deposit box contents

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

Filing a Claim

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

Start claims online. The state sends forms. Fill them out. Attach required documents. Mail to 200 E. Colfax Ave., Room 141, Denver, CO 80203-1722. Or upload online.

Most claims take 90 to 120 days. Simple ones move faster. Estate claims 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 go to the state office.

More Resources

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