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North Dakota Two-Month Security Deposit Exceptions

The current statute allows up to two months’ rent as security in defined cases involving an individual convicted of a felony offense or an individual with a judgment for violating a previous rental agreement.

Last reviewed: August 30, 20261 official source cited

Exception ceilingUp to 2 months’ rent

Only for the specific statutory categories.

Verify the basis, not just the amount

Which exception is being invoked.
What documentation supports it.
Whether the charge is ordinary security or pet security.
Whether fair-housing rules affect another charge.

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.

Related North Dakota guides

Security Deposit →1-Month Limit →Pet Deposit →30-Day Rule →