CA Food & Agric Code Section 5435

(a)

If, after foreclosure, the property is sold, enough of the proceeds shall be paid into the treasury of the county which forecloses the lien as shall satisfy the lien, penalty, and costs.

(b)

If there is any surplus, it shall be paid to the owner of the property, if he is known. If the owner of the property is not known, the surplus shall be paid into the court for his use at such time as he is ascertained.