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Montana 10-Day Security Deposit Return Rule

If inspection shows no damage, no cleaning is required, no rent is unpaid, and the tenant can demonstrate no utilities are unpaid, MCA 70-25-202 provides a 10-day security-deposit return rule.

Last reviewed: August 30, 20262 official sources cited
Fast return10 days

Only when all listed statutory conditions are satisfied.

Do not assume the 10-day route applies

  • Confirm whether any damage is claimed.
  • Confirm whether cleaning is required.
  • Confirm rent balance.
  • Keep evidence showing utilities are paid.
  • Preserve the inspection record.
Use the current Montana Code and the actual notice/delivery facts. Educational information only.

Official sources

Montana LegislatureMCA 70-25-202 — List of damages and refund ↗

Current 2025 MCA section covering the 30-day statement/refund rule and 10-day no-deduction return rule.

Montana LegislatureMCA 70-25-204 — Wrongful withholding ↗

Current MCA section covering wrongful withholding, landlord burden of proof and timing before suit.

Related Montana guides

Security Deposit →30-Day Rule →Cleaning Notice →Move-Out Inspection →