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Arkansas Security Deposit Itemized Deductions

Under § 18-16-305, accrued unpaid rent and damages applied against the deposit must be itemized by the landlord in a written notice delivered with the remainder due within the statutory period.

Last reviewed: August 30, 20261 official source cited
Withholding noticeWritten itemization

For unpaid rent and claimed damages.

BalanceSent with notice

Within the applicable 60-day framework.

Compare each claimed deduction against

  • Final rent ledger.
  • Lease duty allegedly breached.
  • Move-in and move-out condition evidence.
  • Repair invoice or estimate.
  • Any credits or payments missing from the ledger.
Arkansas coverage can depend on ownership size and third-party management. Educational information only.

Official sources

Arkansas General AssemblyAct 559 of 2009 — Security Deposit Amendments ↗

Official act that changed the deposit return/itemization period in § 18-16-305 to 60 days and clarified that § 18-16-301 et seq. governs security deposits.

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Security Deposit →2-Month Limit →60-Day Rule →Small-Landlord Exemption →