Poway, CA · San Diego County
Request for Unclaimed Monies
This affirmation lets an individual or business claim unclaimed City of Poway monies by identifying the warrant or check and certifying ownership and eligibility to receive the funds.
- California-licensed notary
- ~15 min average
- Notarized PDF emailed
What you’ll need
- Government-issued photo ID
- Webcam-enabled device (laptop or phone)
- This form, ready to upload as a PDF
What this form is
The City of Poway uses this form to process a claim for unclaimed monies and, if approved, cancel the listed warrant or check before delivering a replacement. Claimants certify that they own the money, explain why the original warrant or check cannot be produced, and agree to indemnify the City for losses resulting from payment. The form says signatures must be notarized when the claim amount is over $1,000 and directs claimants to mail the completed affirmation to the Finance Division.
Who needs it
An individual or business claiming unclaimed City of Poway monies should complete this affirmation, identify the warrant or check, and provide the requested claimant and contact information.
Why it needs a notary
For claims over $1,000, each claimant signs before a notary under the form’s subscribed-and-sworn jurat, which is completed by the notary.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Form
Get the City of Poway Request for Unclaimed Monies form.
- 2
Fill In the Claim
Enter the warrant or check number, amount, claimant details, and required affirmation.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
If the claim is over $1,000, arrange notarization with a commissioned online notary.
- 4
Sign on Video
Sign the affirmation before the notary, who completes the subscribed-and-sworn jurat.
- 5
Submit to the City
Mail the completed affirmation to the Poway Finance Division at the address shown on the form.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Poway. Look it over, then upload your filled copy to start the notary session.
You’ll need ID and a webcam.
A licensed California online notary will join you on video, verify your government-issued ID, witness your signature, and apply their seal. You’ll receive the notarized PDF by email when the session ends.
Frequently asked questions
- When does the City require notarization?
- The form states that signatures must be notarized if the claim amount is over $1,000. It provides a subscribed-and-sworn jurat for the notary.
- How do I submit a completed claim?
- Mail the completed affirmation to the City of Poway Finance Division, Unclaimed Monies Claims Processing, 13325 Civic Center Drive, Poway, CA 92064.
- Do I need to include the original warrant or check?
- The form is for claims where the claimant cannot produce the warrant or check. It asks the claimant to certify that it was not endorsed or paid and cannot reasonably be obtained.
- Can I complete this notarization online?
- California notaries cannot perform remote online notarization until the Secretary of State certifies the technology or 2030. California recognizes out-of-state notarizations under Civil Code §1189(b); use a commissioned online notary and confirm with the city if unsure.