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.
Subject: Notice of Wrongful Deductions from Security Deposit and Demand for Return — Urgent [Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [Landlord's Name] [Landlord's Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] Dear [Landlord's Name], RE: NOTICE OF WRONGFUL DEDUCTIONS FROM SECURITY DEPOSIT AND DEMAND FOR RETURN I hope this letter finds you in good health and spirits. I am writing to address a serious concern regarding the deductions made from my security deposit at [Rental Property Address] in San Bernardino, California. I wish to bring to your attention that I believe these deductions are unjustified and violate the California Civil Code Section 1950.5. As you are aware, upon terminating my tenancy on [Move-Out Date], I ensured that the rental unit was returned in good condition, meticulously adhering to the terms of our lease agreement. However, on [Date of Receiving Itemized Deductions], I received an itemized list of deductions, along with a partial refund of my initial security deposit. After careful scrutiny, I have noticed numerous inaccuracies and discrepancies within the provided documentation. Firstly, according to California Civil Code Section 1950.5, you are obligated to provide an itemized statement of deductions, accompanied by receipts or invoices where applicable, within a period of 21 days from the date of my move-out. Regrettably, it took you over 30 days to provide this itemized statement, exceeding the legally stipulated timeframe. Furthermore, the deductions outlined in the itemized statement are erroneous and in violation of my tenant rights. California's law mandates that deductions can only be made for specific purposes such as unpaid rent, damage beyond reasonable wear and tear, and cleaning necessary to restore the unit to its original condition. However, upon reviewing the itemized statement, I observed the following discrepancies: 1. Deduction Name 1: [Provide detailed description of the deduction and why it is wrongful] 2. Deduction Name 2: [Provide detailed description of the deduction and why it is wrongful] 3. Deduction Name 3: [Provide detailed description of the deduction and why it is wrongful] (Continue if necessary) I strongly contend that these deductions are unjustifiable, as they fail to meet the legal criteria for retaining a portion of my security deposit. I trust that this discrepancy was an unfortunate oversight and not a deliberate attempt to deprive me of my rightful funds. In light of the aforementioned concerns, I hereby demand the immediate return of the wrongfully withheld amount of [Specify Amount] to my specified account [Specify Bank Account Number and Routing Number]. Please arrange for the full refund to be made within ten (10) calendar days of the receipt of this letter. If I do not receive the refund within the specified timeframe, I will have no choice but to pursue further legal actions, including filing a small claims lawsuit, to protect my rights as a tenant under California law. This letter serves as proper notice that I am willing to take any necessary measures to ensure a just resolution. I strongly encourage open communication to resolve this matter promptly, as our mutual interests lie in maintaining a harmonious landlord-tenant relationship. I kindly request that you contact me at [Your Phone Number] or respond to this letter via email at [Your Email Address] within five (5) business days to discuss and rectify the situation. Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter. I trust that we can resolve this amicably, avoiding any unnecessary legal actions. Yours sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Signature] Enclosures: None (if applicable, list any supporting documents)Subject: Notice of Wrongful Deductions from Security Deposit and Demand for Return — Urgent [Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [Landlord's Name] [Landlord's Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] Dear [Landlord's Name], RE: NOTICE OF WRONGFUL DEDUCTIONS FROM SECURITY DEPOSIT AND DEMAND FOR RETURN I hope this letter finds you in good health and spirits. I am writing to address a serious concern regarding the deductions made from my security deposit at [Rental Property Address] in San Bernardino, California. I wish to bring to your attention that I believe these deductions are unjustified and violate the California Civil Code Section 1950.5. As you are aware, upon terminating my tenancy on [Move-Out Date], I ensured that the rental unit was returned in good condition, meticulously adhering to the terms of our lease agreement. However, on [Date of Receiving Itemized Deductions], I received an itemized list of deductions, along with a partial refund of my initial security deposit. After careful scrutiny, I have noticed numerous inaccuracies and discrepancies within the provided documentation. Firstly, according to California Civil Code Section 1950.5, you are obligated to provide an itemized statement of deductions, accompanied by receipts or invoices where applicable, within a period of 21 days from the date of my move-out. Regrettably, it took you over 30 days to provide this itemized statement, exceeding the legally stipulated timeframe. Furthermore, the deductions outlined in the itemized statement are erroneous and in violation of my tenant rights. California's law mandates that deductions can only be made for specific purposes such as unpaid rent, damage beyond reasonable wear and tear, and cleaning necessary to restore the unit to its original condition. However, upon reviewing the itemized statement, I observed the following discrepancies: 1. Deduction Name 1: [Provide detailed description of the deduction and why it is wrongful] 2. Deduction Name 2: [Provide detailed description of the deduction and why it is wrongful] 3. Deduction Name 3: [Provide detailed description of the deduction and why it is wrongful] (Continue if necessary) I strongly contend that these deductions are unjustifiable, as they fail to meet the legal criteria for retaining a portion of my security deposit. I trust that this discrepancy was an unfortunate oversight and not a deliberate attempt to deprive me of my rightful funds. In light of the aforementioned concerns, I hereby demand the immediate return of the wrongfully withheld amount of [Specify Amount] to my specified account [Specify Bank Account Number and Routing Number]. Please arrange for the full refund to be made within ten (10) calendar days of the receipt of this letter. If I do not receive the refund within the specified timeframe, I will have no choice but to pursue further legal actions, including filing a small claims lawsuit, to protect my rights as a tenant under California law. This letter serves as proper notice that I am willing to take any necessary measures to ensure a just resolution. I strongly encourage open communication to resolve this matter promptly, as our mutual interests lie in maintaining a harmonious landlord-tenant relationship. I kindly request that you contact me at [Your Phone Number] or respond to this letter via email at [Your Email Address] within five (5) business days to discuss and rectify the situation. Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter. I trust that we can resolve this amicably, avoiding any unnecessary legal actions. Yours sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Signature] Enclosures: None (if applicable, list any supporting documents)
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.
