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Wyoming Utilities Deposit Return Rule

Section 1-21-1208(b) treats a separately identified utilities deposit differently from the ordinary security deposit and ties refund timing to proof that utility charges were paid.

Last reviewed: August 30, 20261 official source cited
Paid-utility showing10-day refund

After satisfactory showing all renter utility charges were paid.

No showing within 45 daysSeparate statutory process

Owner applies deposit to outstanding utility debt and then refunds any balance under the stated timeline.

Preserve

  • Lease utility terms.
  • Utility deposit receipt.
  • Final utility bills.
  • Proof of payment.
  • Owner’s application of the utility deposit.
Wyoming compares the termination date with receipt of the renter’s new mailing address. Educational information only.

Official source

Wyoming LegislatureWyoming Statutes Title 1 — §§ 1-21-1207 and 1-21-1208 ↗

Current official Wyoming statutes covering nonrefundable-deposit notice, deductions, itemization, deposit deadlines, utility deposits and renter recovery.

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