UT · Security Deposit Law

Security deposit laws in Utah

30 days (15 from notice).

Return deadline

30 days

Itemization required

Yes

Bad-faith multiplier

What to do if your Utah landlord won't return your deposit

  • Confirm the 30-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 Utah's deposit return deadline and statutory damages.
  • If the landlord ignores your demand, file in small claims court — Utah allows up to 1x damages for wrongful withholding.
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