Notice of unclaimed guardianship funds for Carolyn A Smith.
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- Published
- Category
- Probate
- City
- Apopka
- Case #
- 2018-CP-002463-O
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What You Should Do Next
- 1
Review the Notice
Read the notice carefully to understand the details regarding the unclaimed funds.
- 2
Contact the Clerk's Office
Reach out to the Orange County Clerk's Office for guidance on claiming the funds.
- 3
Prepare Documentation
Gather necessary documents to support your claim for the guardianship funds.
- 4
Act Before Deadline
Ensure to claim the funds before the 10-year deadline to avoid escheatment.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What are unclaimed guardianship funds?
- Unclaimed guardianship funds are funds held by the court that have not been claimed.
- How can I claim unclaimed guardianship funds?
- You must obtain a court order and comply with applicable provisions of section 744.534.
- What happens to unclaimed funds after 10 years?
- Unclaimed funds will escheat to the state for the benefit of the State School Fund.
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Full Notice Text
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE NINTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR ORANGE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE MENTAL HEALTH DIVISION CASE NUMBER: 2018-CP-002463-O DIVISION: Guardianship IN RE: GUARDIANSHIP OF CAROLYN A SMITH NOTICE OF DISPOSITION OF UNCLAIMED GUARDIANSHIP FUNDS DEPOSITED IN COURT REGISTRY Notice is given that, pursuant to section 744.534, Florida Statutes, unclaimed guardianship funds from the following case remain on deposit in the registry of court: Guardianship of: CAROLYN A SMITH, Person Subject to Guardianship Case Number 2018-CP-002463-O, $8,295.25 (less the cost of publication); CAROLYN A SMITH, as Guardian, deposited these funds per DINA CARLSON entered on 04/24/2025, on behalf of CAROLYN A SMITH. The Clerk of the Circuit Court shall deposit these funds with the State Treasurer no less than six months after the first publication of this notice, after deducting fees and any costs of publication. Within 10 years from the date of such deposit with the State Treasurer, any person, firm, corporation, or other legal entity entitled to such funds may obtain same by order of court and compliance with other applicable provisions of section 744.534, Florida Statutes. All funds deposited with the State Treasurer not claimed within 10 years from the date of deposit shall escheat to the state for the benefit of the State School Fund. Dated: on this the 10th day of February 2026 Tiffany Moore Russell Orange County Clerk of the Circuit Court 425 N. Orange Ave., Ste. 335 Orlando, FL 32801 By: /s/ Mayra I Cruz Deputy Clerk February 13, March 13, 2026