Unclaimed property

Unclaimed property is defined as assets that have been left unclaimed, inactive or abandoned by the original owner. Some examples of unclaimed property are dormant bank accounts, stocks, insurance proceeds, deposits, dividends, credit refunds and uncashed checks.

I recommend: The State of New Jersey Department of the Treasury Unclaimed Property Office administrates and maintains custody of any unclaimed property until the owner claims it.

VINE

The New Jersey Department of Corrections maintains an online resource that allows an individual to search for information regarding current custody status of inmates at local or regional jails. VINE gives crime victims free, confidential and accurate information about a specific inmate's escape, release or transfer. This information is available via phone, Internet or email.

I recommend: The VINELink website is available 24 hours a day to all consumers and victims. Further information about additional services provided can be found on the website.

New Jersey Sex Offender Internet Registry

New Jersey law allows the Division of State Police to make available to consumers information about sex offenders registered in the state. People can access this information through the New Jersey Sex Offender Internet Registry.

I recommend: The New Jersey State Police is the repository for information concerning sexual predators and offenders in the state.

New Jersey Civil Service Commission

The New Jersey Civil Service Commission is the agency that lists government jobs within the system. The search for these positions has been made much easier by utilizing the Internet to post and advertise openings. The State is one of the biggest employers in New Jersey.

I recommend: Search for jobs online for the state of New Jersey.

Lawyer referral

The New Jersey Bar Association plays a key part in choosing the right attorney for legal help. The association has a tremendous amount of legal information and maintains a searchable database of all attorneys in the state and their respective specialty areas of law. This information can help consumers when making a choice about the type of representation they require.

I recommend: The New Jersey Bar Association promotes access to the New Jersey justice system by supplying important legal information to the public, including a lawyer referral service that you can access online.

Vital records

In the state of New Jersey, vital records refer to records of marriage, death, birth, adoption and marriage dissolution. This information could be needed for things such as school entrance, employment, passports, proof of citizenship or governmental benefits.

I recommend: To order any type of vital record, access the New Jersey State Department of Health and Senior Services for instructions and details.