Abandoned & Unclaimed Funds

According to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 200A, Section 9A, checks issued by the Town of Lexington are void if not cashed within one year from the date of issue. You can, however, get the check reissued.

List of Void Uncashed Town Checks

View our List of Void Uncashed Town Checks (PDF) (current as of May 8, 2023).

Get Your Check Reissued

If your name (or the name of someone for whom you served as executor) is on the list above, to get your check reissued:

  1. Fill out and print our claim form (PDF) - all information must be completed
  2. Sign the form. It must have an original signature - electronic copies, photocopies and faxed copies will not be accepted
  3. Put it in an envelope and drop it in the green box in front of the Cary Memorial Building, or mail to:
    Town of Lexington
    Treasurer's Office
    1625 Massachusetts Avenue
    Lexington, MA 02420

Contact Us

For more information, email the Treasurer’s Office, or call 781-698-4605.