Legal Question in Landlord & Tenant Law in California

Security Deposit

My landlord didn't give back my security deposit. He sold the house and he told my roommates and I that the house had alot of damage. He kept all of the $2600 of the security deposit. According to the california tenant Landlord agreement it states that if he must give us a list of the damages in order to keep our deposit. I moved out on June 1st, 06 and its been 3 months...do you think I have a case against him to get all my money back?


Asked on 10/01/06, 12:30 am

2 Answers from Attorneys
Philip Iadevaia Law Offices of Philip A. Iadevaia

Re: Security Deposit

A LL has 21 days after tenants vacate the property to provide an accounting to you of the security deposit and what it is being used for. If the LL did not do this, he has waived the benefit of keeping the security deposit and must refund the ENTIRE amount. However, the LL may still retain amounts due for back rent or repairs. You must take him to small claims court. Good luck.

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Answered on 10/02/06, 11:23 am
Phillip Evans Law Office of Phillip Evans

Re: Security Deposit

Depending on where you are located my office might be willing to assist you, it is possible depending on your contract that you would also receive attorneys fees if you prevailed. If you are in the Riverside, San Bernardino, Orange County, or LA area give my office a call.

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Answered on 10/02/06, 9:29 pm


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