The ESCHEAT file consists of outstanding accounts payable checks issued to vendors of the County of Berks. To claim an outstanding check the Berks County Controller’s Office must be notified by calling 610-478-6150 ext. 6153 or by mail to the following address:

Upon notification a letter will be sent with further instructions.

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania requires by statue all checks after 5 years of issuance are turned over to the state. Below are the dates when the records will be transferred.

If Berks County Controller’s Office is not notified before the transfer date, vendor follow-up should be directed to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

 Escheat Report 2007.pdf

 Escheat Report 2008.pdf