Find Shreveport Unclaimed Money

Shreveport unclaimed money can be found through the Louisiana State Treasury's free search portal. Residents of Shreveport should check for lost bank accounts, uncashed checks, and forgotten insurance payouts. The city also runs a unique Property Recovery program through the police department for seized and relinquished items, giving Shreveport residents two places to look for lost property.

Caddo Parish Handles Shreveport Unclaimed Property

Shreveport is the seat of Caddo Parish. All unclaimed money tied to Shreveport addresses gets reported to the state under this parish. The state Treasury holds the funds until the owner files a valid claim.

Under LSA-R.S. 9:151-182, the Uniform Unclaimed Property Act, businesses and banks in Shreveport must turn over dormant accounts to the state after a set period. Once the state takes custody, the money stays in its care. There is no deadline to claim it.

The City of Shreveport has offices at 505 Travis Street, Shreveport, LA 71101. The city's finance department handles city funds, but personal unclaimed money goes through the state.

How to Search for Unclaimed Money in Shreveport

Start your search at the Shreveport city website for local resources.

The city site links to state and local services for Shreveport residents.

For financial unclaimed property, go to the Louisiana Unclaimed Property Search page. Type in your name. You can also filter by city or use Shreveport zip codes to narrow results.

The search is free. Results come up fast. One in six people in Louisiana has unclaimed property, so the odds are decent you might find something. The average claim runs about $900 statewide.

Search tips for Shreveport residents:

• Search your full legal name and any past names
• Check maiden names and former married names
• Use old Shreveport zip codes
• Look up names of family members who may have lost track of funds

Shreveport Property Recovery Program

Shreveport has something most cities do not. The police department runs a Property Recovery program through the Property Management Bureau. This covers stolen, seized, and relinquished property that comes into police custody.

The Shreveport Police Department Property Management Bureau is shown here.

Visit this page to check if your property is on a published disposal list.

In compliance with L.A.R.S. 33:2333, the city can dispose of non-contraband property that has been in the Property Management Bureau longer than 150 days. If you have property on any published list, the city asks you to present proof of loss and ownership. Any property not claimed within two weeks of notice will be disposed of in accordance with R.S. 33:2322.

Claims must be made in person at the Shreveport Police Department Property Management Bureau, 825 Hope Street, Shreveport, LA 71101. All claims are reviewed by the assistant chief of police or the Property Management Bureau sergeant. They check the validity of the crime report and find out if insurance already paid for the loss. You will get a response by return mail.

Types of Shreveport Unclaimed Money

The state holds many types of unclaimed property for Shreveport residents. Checking and savings accounts top the list. Uncashed checks from employers, vendors, and government agencies are common too. Life insurance payouts, securities, and safe deposit box contents all end up with the state when owners lose touch.

The state does not hold real estate or vehicles. Those fall under different rules. For impounded vehicles in Shreveport, you need proof of ownership (title or registration), picture ID (driver's license preferred), proof of insurance if registered in Louisiana, and a city marshal's release if tickets were written. Vehicles are released only to the registered owner or an agent with a notarized statement.

How to File Shreveport Unclaimed Money Claims

Claims through the state portal are free. Find your match, click claim, and submit proof of who you are. A copy of your driver's license works as a start. The state may ask for more documents depending on the claim amount.

Call 1-888-925-4127 or 225-219-9400 for help. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Mail documents to the Unclaimed Property Division at P.O. Box 91010, Baton Rouge, LA 70821-9010. You can also upload documents online at the state document upload page.

For the police property recovery program, claims go in person at 825 Hope Street. Bring proof of loss and proof of ownership. The process is different from the state financial claims. Do not confuse the two.

State Treasury Contact for Shreveport Residents

The Louisiana Department of the Treasury manages all financial unclaimed property. Over $660 million has been sent back to owners. More than $1 billion is still on hand.

Nearby Cities

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