Security Deposit Laws by State
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Deposit limits, return deadlines, and penalties, summarized from each state's official statute with links to the source.
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| State | Return deadline |
|---|---|
| California | 21 days |
| Florida | 15 days (no claim) / 30 days (notice of claim) |
| North Carolina | 30 days (up to 60 with interim accounting) |
| Washington | 30 days |
| Arizona | 14 business days |
| Ohio | 30 days |
| Utah | 30 days |
| Texas | 30 days |
| New York | 14 days |
| Virginia | 45 days |
| Michigan | 30 days |
| Illinois | 30 days (itemized statement) / 45 days (full refund) |
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