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Louisiana Security Deposit Return Letter

$19

An itemized security deposit return letter, timed to your state's statutory deadline — this is the single most litigated moment in a tenancy, and missing the deadline or itemization requirement can cost a landlord the right to keep any of the deposit.

Core state figures — deposit caps, notice periods, entry rules — independently verified by a licensed U.S. attorney.

Start my security deposit return letter — $19

What Louisiana law requires

Security deposit cap: Louisiana does not limit how much security deposit a landlord can charge.
La. R.S. 9:3251 · source
Deposit return deadline: 30 days after move-out
La. R.S. 9:3251(A); La. R.S. 9:3252(A) · source
Month-to-month termination notice: 30 days
La. Civ. Code art. 2728 · source
Pay-or-quit notice (late rent): 5 days
La. Code Civ. Proc. art. 4701 · source
Late fee guidance: no statutory cap
La. Civ. Code arts. 2005, 2012 · source

Frequently asked questions

What happens if I miss the deadline?

Most states penalize a late or non-itemized return — commonly forfeiting the right to withhold any amount, sometimes with additional statutory damages. Deadlines vary by state; this document is timed to yours.

Do I need to itemize every deduction?

Yes, in virtually every state — a vague "cleaning and repairs" line is not sufficient. List each deduction separately with its own amount.

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