California Civil Code section 1950.5 caps residential security deposits at one month's rent for most landlords statewide, and Long Beach landlords must return the deposit, with itemized deductions, within twenty-one days after the tenant vacates.
Effective July 1, 2024, AB 12 amended Civil Code section 1950.5 to cap residential security deposits at the equivalent of one month's rent regardless of furnishing status, with a narrow small-landlord carve-out allowing up to two months at owner-occupied properties of two or fewer units. Long Beach follows the state rule. Deposits must be returned within twenty-one calendar days of move-out, accompanied by an itemized statement of any deductions for unpaid rent, cleaning beyond ordinary wear, or repairs of tenant-caused damage. Receipts are required for deductions over $125.
Charging deposits over the statutory cap, missing the twenty-one-day refund window, or failing to itemize deductions can trigger statutory damages of up to twice the deposit plus the wrongful retention amount under Civil Code 1950.5.
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