Code of Federal Regulations Title 25. Indians § 25.15.106 May a probate case be initiated when an owner of an interest has been absent?

(1) Information is provided to us that an owner of an interest in trust or restricted land or trust personalty has been absent without explanation for a period of at least 6 years;  or

(2) We become aware of other facts or circumstances from which an inference may be drawn that the person has died.

(1) Search available electronic databases;

(2) Inquire into other published information sources such as telephone directories and other available directories;

(3) Examine BIA land title and lease records;

(4) Examine the IIM account ledger for disbursements from the account;  and

(5) Engage the services of an independent firm to conduct a search for the owner.