When stored-value card presumed abandoned

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(a) Subject to § 41-152.10, the net card value of a stored-value card, other than a payroll card or a gift card, is presumed abandoned on the latest of 3 years after:

(1) December 31 of the year in which the card is issued or additional funds are deposited into it;

(2) The most recent indication of interest in the card by the apparent owner; or

(3) A verification or review of the balance by or on behalf of the apparent owner.

(b) The amount presumed abandoned in a stored-value card is the net card value at the time it is presumed abandoned.

(Aug. 23, 2021, D.C. Act 24-159, § 7010, 68 DCR 008602.)


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