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Which state was your rental in?
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California (21-day rule, 2× damages)
New York (14-day rule, automatic forfeiture)
Texas (30-day rule, $100 + 3× damages)
Florida (15/30-day rule, attorney fees)
Massachusetts (30-day rule, 3× damages)
Colorado (3× damages)
Ohio (30-day rule)
Virginia (45-day rule)
Maine (double damages)
Other state (generic wear-and-tear rules)
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Tell us about your tenancy
Deposit amount ($)
Total deductions claimed ($)
Tenancy start date
Tenancy end / move-out date
Did the landlord provide an itemized statement?
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Yes, I received an itemized list
No, just a total amount deducted
Yes, but it was late (after the deadline)
Was there a check-in inventory or move-in inspection report?
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Yes, with photos/documentation
Yes, but poor quality / vague
No, there was no check-in inventory
I'm not sure
Did the landlord provide receipts for repairs?
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Yes
No
Only for some items
Not applicable (no repairs claimed)
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Enter each deduction your landlord claimed
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Legal analysis — here's what we found
Estimated total recovery
$0
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Disclaimer:
Deposit Defender is educational document preparation software, not a law firm. This letter is not legal advice. It applies your state's security deposit statute to the facts you entered. Review with a local attorney before sending if your situation is complex. Statutes change — verify current law for your state. Deposit Defender © 2026.
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