SECURITY DEPOSIT DEMAND LETTER – LOUISIANA
Date: [DATE]
To: [LANDLORD NAME]
Re: Security Deposit Return – [PROPERTY ADDRESS]
DEMAND FOR REFUND
Dear [Landlord Name]:
I vacated the premises on [DATE].
Under La. R.S. § 9:3251, a landlord must return the security deposit to the tenant within one month after the termination of the lease.
The statutory period has expired.
PENALTY: Pursuant to La. R.S. § 9:3252, willful failure to comply renders the landlord liable for actual damages or $200.00 (whichever is greater), plus costs and attorney's fees.
I demand the immediate return of $[AMOUNT].
Sincerely,
[TENANT NAME]