FL · Security Deposit Law
Security deposit laws in Florida
15 days if no claim, 30 days if deductions claimed.
Return deadline
15 days
Itemization required
Yes
Bad-faith multiplier
1×
What to do if your Florida landlord won't return your deposit
- Confirm the 15-day window has passed since you provided a forwarding address.
- Document the unit's move-out condition with photos and any walk-through notes.
- Send a formal demand letter citing Florida's deposit return deadline and statutory damages.
- If the landlord ignores your demand, file in small claims court — Florida allows up to 1x damages for wrongful withholding.
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