The Administrator may take custody of property that is presumed abandoned, whether located in the District, another state, or a foreign country if:
(1) The last-known address of the apparent owner in the records of the holder is in the District; or
(2) The records of the holder do not reflect the identity or last-known address of the apparent owner, but the Administrator has determined that the last-known address of the apparent owner is in the District.
(Nov. 13, 2021, D.C. Law 24-45, § 7018, 68 DCR 010163.)
Structure District of Columbia Code
Chapter 1A - Revised Uniform Unclaimed Property Act
Subchapter III - Rules for Taking Custody of Property Presumed Abandoned
§ 41–153.01. Address of apparent owner to establish priority
§ 41–153.02. Address of apparent owner in the District
§ 41–153.03. If records show multiple addresses of apparent owner
§ 41–153.04. Holder domiciled in the District
§ 41–153.05. Custody if transaction took place in the District
§ 41–153.06. Traveler's check, money order, or similar instrument
§ 41–153.07. Burden of proof to establish Administrator's right to custody