This form covers the subject matter described in the form's title for your State. This is a letter from the Tenant to Landlord containing notice of wrongful deductions from the security deposit anda demand for return. This form complies with state statutory law.
[Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, Zip] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [Landlord's Name] [Landlord's Address] [City, State, Zip] Dear [Landlord's Name], RE: NOTICE OF WRONGFUL DEDUCTIONS FROM SECURITY DEPOSIT AND DEMAND FOR RETURN I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to bring to your attention a matter of concern regarding the deductions made from my security deposit upon the termination of my tenancy at [Rental Property Address] in Fullerton, California. It has come to my attention that the deductions made were unjustified and have exceeded what is permissible under California law. Having thoroughly reviewed the relevant tenancy laws in Fullerton, California, specifically the California Civil Code § 1950.5, I am confident that the deductions made by you from my security deposit are wrongful and in violation of my rights as a tenant. The total amount deducted from my security deposit was [State dollar amount]. I would like to highlight the following deductions that I contest on the grounds of unjustified claims: 1. [Specify Deduction]: [Provide a detailed explanation for each deduction, supported by any relevant proof or documentation]. Upon a comprehensive review of my lease agreement, move-in and move-out inspection reports, and California tenancy laws, it is evident that the deductions made were not based on actual damages beyond normal wear and tear, unpaid rent, or other lawful charges. California's law mandates that landlords are responsible for returning the security deposit in full or providing an itemized statement of each deduction within 21 days from the end of the tenancy. However, I have not received any such statement or a proper explanation regarding the deductions made from my security deposit. In pursuit of my rights and the return of my wrongfully deducted security deposit, I kindly request the following: 1. Refund: I demand the immediate refund of the wrongfully deducted amount of [State dollar amount] to be returned to me within 14 days of receipt of this letter. 2. Itemized Statement: Please provide a detailed and itemized written statement addressing each deduction made from my security deposit within 7 days of receipt of this letter, as required by California law. Failure to comply with the demands outlined in this letter may leave me with no option but to pursue legal action, filing a complaint with the appropriate authorities, and taking further necessary action to protect my rights as a tenant under California law. I trust that we can resolve this matter amicably and avoid any further escalation. Please consider this letter as an opportunity to rectify this situation promptly. I kindly request that you contact me within five business days to discuss this matter further and to arrange the return of my security deposit. Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter. I anticipate a timely response from you. Yours sincerely, [Your Name]
Para su conveniencia, debajo del texto en español le brindamos la versión completa de este formulario en inglés. For your convenience, the complete English version of this form is attached below the Spanish version.
