Louisiana Security Deposit Law
When do I get my deposit back in Louisiana?
Your Louisiana landlord has 30 days to return your security deposit after you move out. Calculate your exact deadline below — and if they're late, generate a free demand letter.
Louisiana Security Deposit Law
Return Deadline
30 days after move-out
Penalty for Late Return
You can recover the amount wrongfully withheld plus attorney's fees; willful failure adds $300 or twice the amount wrongfully withheld, whichever is greater
Additional Notes
One month from termination of lease; penalties per La. Rev. Stat. § 9:3252
Legal Source
La. Rev. Stat. § 9:3251 →Know someone renting in Louisiana?
Calculate Your Louisiana Deadline
Click to select or drag your lease here
PDF, PNG, JPEG, or WebP — max 7MB
Your lease is processed by AI to extract details and is not stored after processing.
Louisiana Security Deposit FAQ
How long does a Louisiana landlord have to return my deposit?
In Louisiana, landlords are required to return your security deposit within 30 days after you move out. One month from termination of lease. penalties per La. Rev. Stat. § 9:3252.
What if my Louisiana landlord misses the deadline?
You can recover the amount wrongfully withheld plus attorney's fees, and willful failure adds $300 or twice the amount wrongfully withheld, whichever is greater. If your landlord fails to meet the 30-day deadline, you may have legal recourse to recover your deposit plus additional damages.
Can my landlord make deductions from my deposit?
Yes, Louisiana landlords can deduct for unpaid rent and damages beyond normal wear and tear. However, they must provide an itemized statement of deductions within the 30-day window.
How do I write a demand letter for my deposit in Louisiana?
A demand letter should include your name, the property address, move-out date, deposit amount, and a citation of Louisiana's 30-day deadline. Send it via certified mail. Generate a free demand letter here.
Louisiana Security Deposit Guides
Sue Your Landlord in Louisiana
Small claims court guide for Louisiana
Louisiana Demand Letter
Free demand letter template for Louisiana tenants
Complete Deposit Recovery Guide
Step-by-step guide to getting your full deposit back
Normal Wear vs. Damage
What your landlord can't charge you for
What Can Landlords Deduct?
Know which deductions are valid
Document Your Move-Out
Photo guide to protecting your deposit
Louisiana City Guides
Get your free Louisiana deposit guide
We'll email you Louisiana's 30-day deadline, penalty rules, and step-by-step action plan.
No spam. Unsubscribe anytime.
Landlord missed the deadline?
Generate a free demand letter citing Louisiana law. Most landlords respond within days when they receive a formal written demand.
Generate free demand letter