Bona Vacantia - United States of America

United States of America

Bona Vacantia was inherited from English Common Law and continues in the form of Unclaimed Property Laws, which vary by state. The states do not take permanent possession, but act as the custodian of the property in perpetuity on behalf of the rightful owner.

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