Please Note: Requests to replace Stale Dated Warrants must be submitted and received by the Auditor-Controller's Office before the "Claim Deadline Date" (shown below) to be considered for reissuance.
Government Code Section 29802. (a) Any warrant issued is void (stale) if not presented to the county treasurer for payment within six months after its date. (b) Any time within two years from the date on which the original warrant became void (stale), the payee or assignee of any stale dated warrant may present the warrant to the auditor to draw new warrants within the limitations prescribed by board resolution. (c) Any time after a period of two years from the date on which the original warrant became void (stale), the payee or assignee will need to present the warrant to the auditor to draw new warrants within the limitations prescribed by board resolution.
This report updates weekly on Wednesday evenings.
If you believe that you are the payee mentioned in the city, state, zip of the address, please complete the following Stale Dated AP 13 Form and return it to:
County of Riverside Office of the Auditor-Controller
Stale Dated Warrants Desk
4080 Lemon Street, 6th Floor
P. O. Box 1326
Riverside, CA 92502-1326
If you have any questions, please email us at: [email protected]
Stale Dated Warrants Frequently Asked Questions
Disclaimer:
This information is provided for general guidance only and does not constitute a determination of eligibility. Each claim is subject to review under County policy and applicable law.
What is a County warrant?
A County warrant (often called a check) is a payment issued by the Auditor-Controller on behalf of a County department.
Why does the County have a stale dated warrant (check) for me?
When a county check isn’t cashed within a certain timeframe (usually 6 months), it becomes "stale dated" and the bank will no longer honor it.
Why am I receiving warrant (check)?
You may receive a County warrant (check) for many reasons, such as refunds for overpayments, supplier payments, garnishments, employment salary, or other reimbursements issued by a County department. If you have questions about why a payment was made, please contact the department listed on the warrant (check) by looking at the Business Unit that issued your warrant (check) (if you have the physical check with you).
Business Unit | Department Description | Website |
ACARC | AUDITOR-CONTROLLER | |
ACCRC | PROPERTY TAX | |
AGARC | AGRICULTURAL COMMISSIONER | |
ANARC | DEPARTMENT OF ANIMAL SERVICES | |
ASARC | ASSESSR/CLK-RECRDR/RECRDS MGMT | |
AVARC | AVIATION | Aviation | Transportation and Land Management Agency Riverside County TLMA |
BDARC | BOARD OF SUPERVISORS | |
CAARC | COMMUNITY ACTION | |
CCARC | COUNTY COUNSEL | |
CFARC | CHILDREN & FAMILIES COMMISSION | |
CSARC | COUNTY SERVICE AREA | |
DAARC | DISTRICT ATTORNEY | |
DCARC | DEPT OF CHILD SUPPORT SERVICES | |
DEARC | DESERT EXPO CENTER | |
DHARC | DETENTION HEALTH SERVICES | |
DPARC | DEPT OF PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES | |
EDARC | ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT | |
EHARC | ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH | |
EMARC | EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT DEPT. | |
EOARC | EXECUTIVE OFFICE | |
FCARC | FLOOD CONTROL | |
FMARC | FACILITIES MANAGEMENT | |
FPARC | FIRE PROTECTION | |
HCARC | Health Care System | |
HHARC | Housing_Homeless_Wrkfrce Sol | |
HRARC | HUMAN RESOURCES | |
HSARC | DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH | |
ITARC | INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY | |
LAARC | LOCAL AGENCY FORMATION COMM | |
LBARC | COUNTY FREE LIBRARY | |
MCARC | RCRMC | |
MHARC | MENTAL HEALTH | Behavioral Health - Home | Riverside University Health System |
MSARC | MISP - MEDICALLY INDIGENT SVC | |
MUARC | EDWARD DEAN MUSEUM | Immerse Yourself in Art and Nature at Edward-Dean Museum & Gardens |
OAARC | OFFICE ON AGING | |
PAARC | IHSS Public Authority | |
PDARC | PUBLIC DEFENDER | |
PEARC | PSEC - PUB SAFETY ENT COMM | |
PKARC | PARKS | |
PRARC | PROBATION | |
PUARC | PURCHASING | |
RAARC | REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY | |
RVARC | REGISTRAR OF VOTERS | |
SCARC | SUPERIOR COURTS | Superior Court of California (Riverside): riverside.courts.ca.gov |
SHARC | SHERIFF | |
TLARC | TLMA AGENCY | |
TTARC | TREASURER-TAX COLLECTOR | |
VSARC | VETERANS SERVICES | |
WDARC | WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT CENTER | |
WMARC | Department of Waste Resources |
What is a "stale dated" warrant (check)?
A stale dated warrant (check) is a payment issued by the County that was not cashed or deposited within six months of its issuance date. After this period, the warrant (check) can no longer be negotiated through a bank and must be reviewed by the Auditor-Controller’s Office before any reissuance can occur.
Why does the County have my money?
There are several common reasons why a warrant (check) might go uncashed:
Mail Issues: The warrant (check) was sent to a previous address and returned as undeliverable.
Forgotten Warrants (Checks): The warrant (check) was received but misplaced or forgotten.
Estate Matters: The payee is deceased, and the heirs were unaware of the payment.
Business Changes: A business closed or merged before the warrant (check) could be processed.
How do I find out if I have an unclaimed refund?
You can search Riverside County’s Unclaimed Property database on the following websites noted below. You can typically search by your name or business name.
Stale Dated database: General Accounting Stale Dated Warrants Search | Auditor Controller County of Riverside
Unclaimed Property database: TTC :: UNCLAIMED MONEY :: Add New Money
Payroll database: pending development
Property Tax database: Property Tax Refunds | Auditor Controller County of Riverside
Is there a deadline to claim my money?
Yes. Under state law (California Government Code 29802), the County generally holds these monies for a period of four years. If the monies relate to property taxes, the deadline to claim is three years. If monies remain unclaimed after this time, the monies undergo a process called escheatment, where they are legally transferred to the County’s General Fund. Once funds are transferred through the escheatment process, claims may no longer be eligible for reissuance under County policy and applicable law.
How long does it take to get my replacement check?
Once a valid claim is submitted, processing timeframes vary depending on documentation and claim volume. Most requests are reviewed within approximately 45-60 days, but complex cases may take longer.
What do I need to submit with my claim?
To prevent fraud, you may be asked to provide proof of identity. Common requirements include:
A copy of a current government-issued photo ID.
The original warrant (check) (if you still have it).
Proof of ownership (e.g., a utility bill or tax statement linked to the address on the check).
For business: Documentation proving you are authorized to sign on behalf of the company.
Copy of the Trust agreement.
What if the original payee is deceased?
You can still claim the funds if you are a legal heir or beneficiary. You may be required to provide:
A certified copy of the Death Certificate.
Court-ordered distribution of the estate or a copy of the Will/Trust agreement.
A signed affidavit for the distribution of small estate (if applicable).
Does it cost anything to claim my refund?
No. The County does not charge a fee for searching for or processing your claim. If a private company contacts you offering to "find" your money for a fee, be aware that you can do this yourself for free through the County’s official website.
Can a third-party file a claim for me?
Yes, but they must provide a notarized Power of Attorney or an "Assignment of Right to Collect" signed by the original payee.
Who can I contact for additional questions?
Stale Dated database: [email protected] or call (951) 955-3800
Unclaimed Property database: [email protected] or call (951) 955-3900
Payroll database: [email protected] or call (951) 955-3800
Property Tax database: [email protected] or call (951) 955-3820