Delaware has incorporated some controversial changes to its unclaimed property landscape, which all holders need to understand. Join Sovos General Counsel for Unclaimed Property, Freda Pepper, along with Ann Fulmer, National Director of Consulting Services, for a comprehensive review of recent developments that may fundamentally impact your compliance obligations—and create new complexities.
What You’ll Learn:
Foreign Address Property: A Seismic Shift with Unanswered Questions Per recent amendments to Delaware’s Escheats Law, Delaware no longer claims certain property with foreign addresses. While this change may appear to reduce reporting burdens, the practical reality is far more complicated. We’ll discuss what Delaware expects from holders and explore your options when worldwide research isn’t feasible.
Illicit Property: New Reporting Framework Delaware has released new guidelines establishing separate reporting procedures for property reasonably believed to involve false identities, fraud, or illegal activity. Learn about the new requirements, including mandatory separate reporting, law enforcement coordination expectations, and heightened scrutiny for subsequent claims.
Enforcement Update Get the latest on Delaware’s current enforcement priorities and examination activity.
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| February 18, 2026 | 2:00 pm EST | 1 hour |
