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North Dakota Wrongful Security Deposit Withholding

N.D.C.C. § 47-16-07.1 states that a lessor is liable for treble damages for security-deposit money withheld without reasonable justification.

Last reviewed: August 30, 20262 official sources cited
Statutory remedyTreble damages

For money withheld without reasonable justification.

Build the factual record first

  • Deposit amount.
  • Termination and possession dates.
  • Itemization.
  • Move-in condition statement.
  • Photos and repair evidence.
  • Exact amount withheld and stated justification.
Use the current Century Code and the actual lease/possession facts. Educational information only.

Official sources

North Dakota Legislative BranchN.D.C.C. § 47-16-07.1 — Security deposits ↗

Current Century Code chapter containing deposit limits, interest, deductions, 30-day itemization/refund and treble-damages provision.

North Dakota Legislative BranchN.D.C.C. § 47-16-07.2 — Condition statement ↗

Current Century Code section requiring a signed statement describing condition at the start of the rental agreement.

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