Legal Question in Landlord & Tenant Law in Florida

Re: security deposit

He is in violation of FS 83. Retain counsel.

Re: security deposit

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Florida Statute 83.49 deals with security deposits. The landlord has time to make a claim after you vacate the premises. You have a right to refute his claim. If so, you should do it by certified mail now before you miss the deadline. If the landlord does not acquiesce, then you can file suit and seek the return of your deposit together with all costs of the action including court costs and attorney's fees, if any.

Scott R. Jay, Esq.