Tenant Rights: 50-State Guide

## Tenant Rights: 50-State Guide ### Overview Landlord-tenant law is primarily governed by state statute. Every state has enacted some form of tenant protection, though the scope varies significantly. ### Security Deposits - **Limits**: Range from 1 month's rent to no limit (varies by state) - **Return Period**: Typically 14-60 days after lease termination - **Itemized Deductions**: Most states require landlords to provide an itemized list of deductions - **Interest**: A few states require landlords to hold deposits in interest-bearing accounts ### Eviction Procedures - **Notice Require...