Nevada
Statutory term: Unclaimed Property
Overview
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This program provides a public search portal where you can look up unclaimed property.
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Dormancy Periods
The dormancy period is how long property must be inactive before it is considered unclaimed and reported to the state.
| Property Type | Years | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Bank accounts | 3 | Demand, savings, or time deposits; 3 years from last owner activity |
| Wages/payroll | 1 | Wages, commissions, and payroll checks |
| Insurance proceeds | 3 | Life/endowment policies; 3 years from earliest of death, maturity, or limiting age |
| Securities | 3 | Stock or other equity interest in a business association or financial organization |
| Utility deposits | 3 | Utility deposit refunds |
| Safe deposit boxes | 3 | Contents of safe deposit boxes |
| Traveler's checks | 15 | 15 years after issuance |
| Money orders | 7 | 7 years after issuance |
Most property types follow the 3-year general dormancy period. A holder may deduct a dormancy charge up to $5/month if authorized by written contract and after 60-day notice to the depositor.
Finder / Helper Restrictions
Restriction Level: Moderate
Fee Cap: 10% — State law limits finder/heir finder commission to no more than 10% of the recovered value (NRS 120A).
Waiting Period: 24 months — Heir finders cannot contract with an owner until the property has been in state custody for at least 24 months.
Solicitation Rules: Finders may not contact owners until property has been held by the state for 24 months. The state issues checks directly to the owner, not to the investigator.