Potential remedyDouble the amount wrongfully withheld
The exact statutory measure is tied to the amount by which escrow plus unpaid interest exceeds actual damages as determined by a court.
Do not label every late refund double damages automatically
The statutory elements and actual-damage calculation matter. Preserve the escrow amount, returned amount, timing, damage list and written forwarding-address evidence before evaluating a claim.
Statewide baseline only. Local rules and the exact tenancy facts can change the analysis. This page is educational information, not legal advice.