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Maine renter guide

Maine Security Deposit Escrow & Account Rules

Maine § 6038 regulates treatment of residential security deposits, including holding them so they are not commingled with the landlord’s assets and providing account information on tenant request.

Last reviewed: August 30, 20261 official source cited
ComminglingRestricted

Deposit handling is regulated by § 6038.

Tenant requestAccount disclosure

Tenant may request institution/account information under the statute.

Useful records

  • Deposit receipt.
  • Account disclosure request.
  • Landlord response.
  • Transfer notice if ownership changes.
Maine deadline depends on tenancy type. Read the written agreement before applying a date; tenancy-at-will rules use a separate 21-day framework. Educational information only.

Official source

Maine Legislature14 M.R.S. Chapter 710-A — Security Deposits on Residential Rental Units ↗

Official Maine security-deposit chapter covering the two-month cap, normal wear, 21/30-day return rules, itemization, wrongful-retention damages and deposit handling.

Related Maine guides

Security Deposit →2-Month Limit →Return Deadlines →Normal Wear →