Legal Question in Landlord & Tenant Law in California

Write a letter disputing the charges. When they don't repay you the money, sue them in small claims court. Lightbulbs, cleaning and carpet cleaning are valid if they can prove that you left those conditions worse than when you moved in. Maintenance, photos and move-out inspection are not valid charges under the code.

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