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Enter the full legal name of this party exactly as it appears on their ID or business registration.
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A Security Deposit Demand Letter is the formal written demand from a former tenant requiring return of the security deposit within the statutory timeframe required by state law — typically 14–30 days after move-out, plus itemization of any deductions. If the landlord fails to return the deposit or provide a written itemization within the statutory period, most states impose a penalty of 2–3 times the withheld amount, plus attorney's fees. Fill out this free security deposit demand letter template online, e-sign it digitally, and download a legally valid PDF. no account or lawyer needed. Sections: Parties, Details.
Date: 7/6/2026
From: ______________ ______________
To: ______________ ______________
I vacated the rental property at ______________ on ______________. As of the date of this letter, you have failed to return my security deposit of $0.00, or the amount of $0.00 remains unreturned without adequate explanation or itemization.
Under applicable landlord-tenant law in the State of ______________, landlords are required to return security deposits (or provide an itemized statement of deductions) within the time period specified by law.
DEMAND IS HEREBY MADE for the immediate return of $0.00 within 14 days of the date of this letter. Failure to comply may result in legal action, including claims for the deposit amount plus statutory penalties and attorneys' fees as permitted by law.
This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of ______________, without regard to its conflict-of-laws principles.