Note The library cannot tell you what the law means for your situation.
Texas law describes when certain forms of personal property are "presumed abandoned." "Personal property" can include things like bank accounts, gift cards, utility deposits, paychecks, safe deposit boxes, and more.
Once the personal property is considered abandoned under the law, it must be reported to the Texas Comptroller. Texans can search for unclaimed property in their name through the Texas Comptroller's website and submit a claim.
Other institutions like local governments or school districts may have similar procedures in place for claiming abandoned property, so you may want to check your city or county's website for their procedures.
Adverse possession is a process in which a person makes a legal claim to real property that did not belong to them originally. It is sometimes referred to as "squatters' rights." Certain circumstances and time limits must be met for an adverse possession claim.
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Personal property in a nutshellNote The library cannot tell you what the law means for your situation.