how long can you turn in powerball
Posted: May 18, 2013, 7:58 pm - IP Logged. If I'm in a state that publishes your name, then I'd wait however long it took me to get a name change. 2 weeks minimum, though. When I go turn it in, I want the money then and there. Posted: May 18, 2013, 8:01 pm - IP Logged. If I'm in a state that publishes your name, then I'd wait however long it took me to get a name change. 2 weeks minimum, though.  You guys have to realize, that after a certain amount of time, 90 days or something, you're no longer allowed to choose the cash option.