{"data":{"lexical_backend":"sqlite","search_mode":"hybrid","reranked":true,"searched_sources":["us-tx"],"query":"security deposit refund","jurisdictions":["us-tx"],"limit":20,"offset":0,"hits":[{"path":["PROPERTY CODE","TITLE 8. LANDLORD AND TENANT","CHAPTER 92. RESIDENTIAL TENANCIES","SUBCHAPTER C. SECURITY DEPOSITS"],"html_url":"https://law.agentlookups.ai/law/us-tx/tex.-property-code-92.103","publisher_url":"https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Docs/PR/htm/PR.92.htm#92.103","id":"us-tx/tex.-property-code-92.103","source_id":"us-tx","jurisdiction":"us-tx","citation":"Tex. Property Code § 92.103","heading":"OBLIGATION TO REFUND.","snippet":"(a) Except as provided by Section 92.107, the landlord shall refund a security deposit to the tenant on or before the 30th day after the date the tenant surrenders the premises.\n(b) A requirement that a tenant give advance notice of surrender as a condition for refunding the security deposit is effective only if the requirement is underlined or is printed in conspicuous bold print in the lease.\n(c) The tenant's claim to the security deposit takes priority over the claim of any creditor of the landlord, including a trustee in bankruptcy.\nActs 1983, 68th Leg., p. 3639, ch. 576, Sec. 1, eff. Jan. 1, 1984. Amended by Acts 1995, 74th Leg., ch. 744, Sec. 3, eff. Jan. 1, 1996.","source_url":"https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Docs/PR/htm/PR.92.htm#92.103","current_through":"89th 2nd Called Legislative Session, 2025","vintage":"","retrieved_at":"2026-09-26T04:27:18Z","stale":false},{"path":["PROPERTY CODE","TITLE 8. 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Property Code § 94.103","heading":"OBLIGATION TO REFUND.","snippet":"(a) Except as provided by this subchapter, the landlord shall refund the security deposit not later than the 30th day after the date the tenant surrenders the manufactured home lot.\n(b) A requirement that a tenant give advance notice of surrender as a condition for refunding the security deposit is effective only if the requirement is underlined or is printed in conspicuous bold print in the lease.\n(c) The tenant's claim to the security deposit takes priority over the claim of any creditor of the landlord, including a trustee in bankruptcy.\nAdded by Acts 2001, 77th Leg., ch. 801, Sec. 1, eff. April 1, 2002.","source_url":"https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Docs/PR/htm/PR.94.htm#94.103","current_through":"89th 2nd Called Legislative Session, 2025","vintage":"","retrieved_at":"2026-09-26T04:27:18Z","stale":false},{"path":["PROPERTY CODE","TITLE 8. LANDLORD AND TENANT","CHAPTER 92. 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LANDLORD AND TENANT","CHAPTER 93. COMMERCIAL TENANCIES"],"html_url":"https://law.agentlookups.ai/law/us-tx/tex.-property-code-93.005","publisher_url":"https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Docs/PR/htm/PR.93.htm#93.005","id":"us-tx/tex.-property-code-93.005","source_id":"us-tx","jurisdiction":"us-tx","citation":"Tex. Property Code § 93.005","heading":"OBLIGATION TO REFUND SECURITY DEPOSIT.","snippet":"(a) The landlord shall refund the security deposit to the tenant not later than the 60th day after the date the tenant surrenders the premises and provides notice to the landlord or the landlord's agent of the tenant's forwarding address under Section 93.009.\n(b) The tenant's claim to the security deposit takes priority over the claim of any creditor of the landlord, including a trustee in bankruptcy.\nAdded by Acts 2001, 77th Leg., ch. 1460, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 2001. Amended by Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. 1143, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 2003.","source_url":"https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Docs/PR/htm/PR.93.htm#93.005","current_through":"89th 2nd Called Legislative Session, 2025","vintage":"","retrieved_at":"2026-09-26T04:27:18Z","stale":false},{"path":["PROPERTY CODE","TITLE 8. LANDLORD AND TENANT","CHAPTER 92. RESIDENTIAL TENANCIES","SUBCHAPTER C. SECURITY DEPOSITS"],"html_url":"https://law.agentlookups.ai/law/us-tx/tex.-property-code-92.107","publisher_url":"https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Docs/PR/htm/PR.92.htm#92.107","id":"us-tx/tex.-property-code-92.107","source_id":"us-tx","jurisdiction":"us-tx","citation":"Tex. Property Code § 92.107","heading":"TENANT'S FORWARDING ADDRESS.","snippet":"(a) The landlord is not obligated to return a tenant's security deposit or give the tenant a written description of damages and charges until the tenant gives the landlord a written statement of the tenant's forwarding address for the purpose of refunding the security deposit.\n(b) The tenant does not forfeit the right to a refund of the security deposit or the right to receive a description of damages and charges merely for failing to give a forwarding address to the landlord.\nActs 1983, 68th Leg., p. 3641, ch. 576, Sec. 1, eff. Jan. 1, 1984.","source_url":"https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Docs/PR/htm/PR.92.htm#92.107","current_through":"89th 2nd Called Legislative Session, 2025","vintage":"","retrieved_at":"2026-09-26T04:27:18Z","stale":false},{"path":["GOVERNMENT CODE","TITLE 9. PUBLIC SECURITIES","SUBTITLE A. GENERAL PROVISIONS","CHAPTER 1207. REFUNDING BONDS","SUBCHAPTER B. 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Government Code § 1207.028","heading":"COMPTROLLER TO SEND AND RECORD DEPOSIT OR PAYMENT.","snippet":"(a) After receipt of a deposit or payment under this subchapter, the comptroller shall immediately and by the most expeditious means send to the paying agent for the obligation being refunded an amount equal to the deposit or payment less the amount of any fee charged under Section 1207.032.\n(b) The comptroller shall notify the paying agent to send to the comptroller the obligation being refunded.\n(c) After the comptroller has made a record of its payment and cancellation, the comptroller shall send the obligation being refunded and any interest coupon to the issuer.\nAdded by Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 227, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1999.","source_url":"https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Docs/GV/htm/GV.1207.htm#1207.028","current_through":"89th 2nd Called Legislative Session, 2025","vintage":"","retrieved_at":"2026-09-26T04:26:25Z","stale":false},{"path":["GOVERNMENT CODE","TITLE 9. PUBLIC SECURITIES","SUBTITLE A. GENERAL PROVISIONS","CHAPTER 1207. REFUNDING BONDS","SUBCHAPTER B. ADVANCE REFUNDING PROCEDURES"],"html_url":"https://law.agentlookups.ai/law/us-tx/tex.-government-code-1207.031","publisher_url":"https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Docs/GV/htm/GV.1207.htm#1207.031","id":"us-tx/tex.-government-code-1207.031","source_id":"us-tx","jurisdiction":"us-tx","citation":"Tex. Government Code § 1207.031","heading":"WITHDRAWAL OF DEPOSIT.","snippet":"(a) An issuer that has made the deposit and payments required by this subchapter may apply to the comptroller to withdraw from the paying agent the amount of money deposited to the credit of the account of an obligation that has been refunded, including interest and premium, if any, by exhibiting the canceled obligation to the comptroller. The comptroller shall make a proper record of payment and cancellation of that obligation.\n(b) An issuer may withdraw money deposited under this subchapter only if:\n(1) the conditions stated in Subsection (a) are met; or\n(2) the attorney general certifies to the comptroller that the issuer's payment of the obligation as to which the deposit was made is barred by limitation and forbidden by law.\nAdded by Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 227, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1999.","source_url":"https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Docs/GV/htm/GV.1207.htm#1207.031","current_through":"89th 2nd Called Legislative Session, 2025","vintage":"","retrieved_at":"2026-09-26T04:26:25Z","stale":false},{"path":["PROPERTY CODE","TITLE 8. LANDLORD AND TENANT","CHAPTER 94. MANUFACTURED HOME TENANCIES","SUBCHAPTER C. 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April 1, 2002.","source_url":"https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Docs/PR/htm/PR.94.htm#94.107","current_through":"89th 2nd Called Legislative Session, 2025","vintage":"","retrieved_at":"2026-09-26T04:27:18Z","stale":false},{"path":["GOVERNMENT CODE","TITLE 9. PUBLIC SECURITIES","SUBTITLE A. GENERAL PROVISIONS","CHAPTER 1207. REFUNDING BONDS","SUBCHAPTER B. ADVANCE REFUNDING PROCEDURES"],"html_url":"https://law.agentlookups.ai/law/us-tx/tex.-government-code-1207.021","publisher_url":"https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Docs/GV/htm/GV.1207.htm#1207.021","id":"us-tx/tex.-government-code-1207.021","source_id":"us-tx","jurisdiction":"us-tx","citation":"Tex. Government Code § 1207.021","heading":"AUTHORITY TO DEPOSIT WITH COMPTROLLER.","snippet":"on the obligations to be refunded;\n(2) the date the principal is subject to redemption; and\n(3) the name and address of the paying agent.\n(c) The comptroller may rely on a certificate by the issuer as to the amount of the charges made by the paying agent.\nAdded by Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 227, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1999.","source_url":"https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Docs/GV/htm/GV.1207.htm#1207.021","current_through":"89th 2nd Called Legislative Session, 2025","vintage":"","retrieved_at":"2026-09-26T04:26:25Z","stale":false},{"path":["GOVERNMENT CODE","TITLE 9. PUBLIC SECURITIES","SUBTITLE A. GENERAL PROVISIONS","CHAPTER 1207. REFUNDING BONDS","SUBCHAPTER B. ADVANCE REFUNDING PROCEDURES"],"html_url":"https://law.agentlookups.ai/law/us-tx/tex.-government-code-1207.027","publisher_url":"https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Docs/GV/htm/GV.1207.htm#1207.027","id":"us-tx/tex.-government-code-1207.027","source_id":"us-tx","jurisdiction":"us-tx","citation":"Tex. Government Code § 1207.027","heading":"COMPTROLLER TO ACCEPT AND KEEP SAFE DEPOSITS.","snippet":"(a) The comptroller shall:\n(1) accept each deposit, payment, or instrument received under this subchapter; and\n(2) safely keep and use the money only for a purpose specified in this subchapter.\n(b) Money deposited with the comptroller under this subchapter may not be:\n(1) used by or for the benefit of this state or for the benefit of a creditor of this state, except as provided by Section 1207.032; or\n(2) commingled with other money.\nAdded by Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 227, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1999.","source_url":"https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Docs/GV/htm/GV.1207.htm#1207.027","current_through":"89th 2nd Called Legislative Session, 2025","vintage":"","retrieved_at":"2026-09-26T04:26:25Z","stale":false},{"path":["GOVERNMENT CODE","TITLE 9. PUBLIC SECURITIES","SUBTITLE A. GENERAL PROVISIONS","CHAPTER 1207. REFUNDING BONDS","SUBCHAPTER B. ADVANCE REFUNDING PROCEDURES"],"html_url":"https://law.agentlookups.ai/law/us-tx/tex.-government-code-1207.026","publisher_url":"https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Docs/GV/htm/GV.1207.htm#1207.026","id":"us-tx/tex.-government-code-1207.026","source_id":"us-tx","jurisdiction":"us-tx","citation":"Tex. Government Code § 1207.026","heading":"USE OF SALE PROCEEDS TO MAKE DEPOSIT; RIGHTS NOT DEPENDENT ON CANCELLATION OF OBLIGATIONS TO BE REFUNDED.","snippet":"(a) An issuer may sell and deliver refunding bonds that have been registered with the comptroller so as to permit the issuer, in a timely manner determined by the issuer, to use proceeds from the sale to make all or any part of a deposit under this chapter.\n(b) An issuer that has complied with this chapter may issue, register, sell, or deliver a refunding bond in lieu of the obligation to be refunded regardless of whether:\n(1) the holder of the obligation to be refunded has surrendered or presented the obligation for payment and cancellation; or\n(2) the obligation to be refunded has been canceled.\nAdded by Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 227, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1999.","source_url":"https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Docs/GV/htm/GV.1207.htm#1207.026","current_through":"89th 2nd Called Legislative Session, 2025","vintage":"","retrieved_at":"2026-09-26T04:26:25Z","stale":false},{"path":["GOVERNMENT CODE","TITLE 9. PUBLIC SECURITIES","SUBTITLE A. GENERAL PROVISIONS","CHAPTER 1207. REFUNDING BONDS","SUBCHAPTER B. ADVANCE REFUNDING PROCEDURES"],"html_url":"https://law.agentlookups.ai/law/us-tx/tex.-government-code-1207.025","publisher_url":"https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Docs/GV/htm/GV.1207.htm#1207.025","id":"us-tx/tex.-government-code-1207.025","source_id":"us-tx","jurisdiction":"us-tx","citation":"Tex. Government Code § 1207.025","heading":"REGISTRATION BEFORE DEPOSIT; REGISTRATION WITHOUT CANCELLATION OF OBLIGATIONS TO BE REFUNDED.","snippet":"(a) The comptroller may register refunding bonds as provided by Chapter 1202 before a deposit required by this subchapter or Subchapter C is made.\n(b) If the issuer has complied with each applicable requirement of this chapter, the comptroller shall register refunding bonds issued to make a deposit under this subchapter without the surrender, exchange, or cancellation of the obligations to be refunded.\nAdded by Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 227, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1999. Amended by Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 1064, Sec. 9, eff. Sept. 1, 1999.","source_url":"https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Docs/GV/htm/GV.1207.htm#1207.025","current_through":"89th 2nd Called Legislative Session, 2025","vintage":"","retrieved_at":"2026-09-26T04:26:25Z","stale":false},{"path":["PROPERTY CODE","TITLE 8. LANDLORD AND TENANT","CHAPTER 93. COMMERCIAL TENANCIES"],"html_url":"https://law.agentlookups.ai/law/us-tx/tex.-property-code-93.009","publisher_url":"https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Docs/PR/htm/PR.93.htm#93.009","id":"us-tx/tex.-property-code-93.009","source_id":"us-tx","jurisdiction":"us-tx","citation":"Tex. Property Code § 93.009","heading":"TENANT'S FORWARDING ADDRESS.","snippet":"(a) The landlord is not obligated to return a tenant's security deposit or give the tenant a written description of damages and charges until the tenant gives the landlord a written statement of the tenant's forwarding address for the purpose of refunding the security deposit.\n(b) The tenant does not forfeit the right to a refund of the security deposit or the right to receive a description of damages and charges for failing to give a forwarding address to the landlord.\nAdded by Acts 2001, 77th Leg., ch. 1460, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 2001.","source_url":"https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Docs/PR/htm/PR.93.htm#93.009","current_through":"89th 2nd Called Legislative Session, 2025","vintage":"","retrieved_at":"2026-09-26T04:27:18Z","stale":false},{"path":["GOVERNMENT CODE","TITLE 9. PUBLIC SECURITIES","SUBTITLE A. GENERAL PROVISIONS","CHAPTER 1207. REFUNDING BONDS","SUBCHAPTER C. DIRECT DEPOSIT WITH PAYING AGENT"],"html_url":"https://law.agentlookups.ai/law/us-tx/tex.-government-code-1207.061","publisher_url":"https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Docs/GV/htm/GV.1207.htm#1207.061","id":"us-tx/tex.-government-code-1207.061","source_id":"us-tx","jurisdiction":"us-tx","citation":"Tex. Government Code § 1207.061","heading":"AUTHORITY TO DEPOSIT DIRECTLY.","snippet":"the issuer; and\n(B) is named in the proceedings of the issuer authorizing execution of an agreement under Section 1207.062.\n(b) An issuer may make a deposit under this section from any source, including the proceeds from the sale of the refunding bonds.\nAdded by Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 227, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1999. Amended by Acts 2001, 77th Leg., ch. 769, Sec. 5, eff. Sept. 1, 2001.","source_url":"https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Docs/GV/htm/GV.1207.htm#1207.061","current_through":"89th 2nd Called Legislative Session, 2025","vintage":"","retrieved_at":"2026-09-26T04:26:25Z","stale":false},{"path":["GOVERNMENT CODE","TITLE 9. PUBLIC SECURITIES","SUBTITLE A. GENERAL PROVISIONS","CHAPTER 1207. REFUNDING BONDS","SUBCHAPTER C. DIRECT DEPOSIT WITH PAYING AGENT"],"html_url":"https://law.agentlookups.ai/law/us-tx/tex.-government-code-1207.0621","publisher_url":"https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Docs/GV/htm/GV.1207.htm#1207.0621","id":"us-tx/tex.-government-code-1207.0621","source_id":"us-tx","jurisdiction":"us-tx","citation":"Tex. Government Code § 1207.0621","heading":"SOURCES AVAILABLE FOR PAYMENT.","snippet":"An issuer may pledge to the payment of a refunding bond issued to make a deposit under this subchapter:\n(1) any surplus income to be earned from the investment of a deposit made under this subchapter;\n(2) any other available revenue, income, or resource; or\n(3) both surplus income described by Subdivision (1) and any other available revenue, income, or resource.\nAdded by Acts 2001, 77th Leg., ch. 1420, Sec. 8.003, eff. Sept. 1, 2001.","source_url":"https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Docs/GV/htm/GV.1207.htm#1207.0621","current_through":"89th 2nd Called Legislative Session, 2025","vintage":"","retrieved_at":"2026-09-26T04:26:25Z","stale":false},{"path":["GOVERNMENT CODE","TITLE 9. PUBLIC SECURITIES","SUBTITLE A. GENERAL PROVISIONS","CHAPTER 1207. REFUNDING BONDS","SUBCHAPTER B. ADVANCE REFUNDING PROCEDURES"],"html_url":"https://law.agentlookups.ai/law/us-tx/tex.-government-code-1207.023","publisher_url":"https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Docs/GV/htm/GV.1207.htm#1207.023","id":"us-tx/tex.-government-code-1207.023","source_id":"us-tx","jurisdiction":"us-tx","citation":"Tex. Government Code § 1207.023","heading":"AMOUNT OF PRINCIPAL.","snippet":"Refunding bonds for which a deposit is made under this subchapter or Subchapter C may be issued in an additional amount sufficient to:\n(1) pay the cost and expense of issuing the bonds; or\n(2) finance a debt service reserve, contingency, or other similar fund the issuer considers necessary or advisable.\nAdded by Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 227, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1999.","source_url":"https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Docs/GV/htm/GV.1207.htm#1207.023","current_through":"89th 2nd Called Legislative Session, 2025","vintage":"","retrieved_at":"2026-09-26T04:26:25Z","stale":false},{"path":["GOVERNMENT CODE","TITLE 9. PUBLIC SECURITIES","SUBTITLE A. GENERAL PROVISIONS","CHAPTER 1207. REFUNDING BONDS","SUBCHAPTER C. DIRECT DEPOSIT WITH PAYING AGENT"],"html_url":"https://law.agentlookups.ai/law/us-tx/tex.-government-code-1207.064","publisher_url":"https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Docs/GV/htm/GV.1207.htm#1207.064","id":"us-tx/tex.-government-code-1207.064","source_id":"us-tx","jurisdiction":"us-tx","citation":"Tex. Government Code § 1207.064","heading":"INCONTESTABILITY OF CERTAIN ESCROW AGREEMENTS AND CONTRACTS.","snippet":"After the registration of a refunding bond and the sale and delivery of the bond to the purchaser, the proceedings that authorize the refunding bond, any escrow agreement relating to the refunding bond, and any contract providing security or payments with respect to the refunding bond are:\n(1) incontestable in any court or other forum for any reason; and\n(2) valid and binding obligations in accordance with their terms for any purpose.\nAdded by Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 227, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1999.","source_url":"https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Docs/GV/htm/GV.1207.htm#1207.064","current_through":"89th 2nd Called Legislative Session, 2025","vintage":"","retrieved_at":"2026-09-26T04:26:25Z","stale":false},{"path":["PROPERTY CODE","TITLE 8. LANDLORD AND TENANT","CHAPTER 92. RESIDENTIAL TENANCIES","SUBCHAPTER C. SECURITY DEPOSITS"],"html_url":"https://law.agentlookups.ai/law/us-tx/tex.-property-code-92.111","publisher_url":"https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Docs/PR/htm/PR.92.htm#92.111","id":"us-tx/tex.-property-code-92.111","source_id":"us-tx","jurisdiction":"us-tx","citation":"Tex. Property Code § 92.111","heading":"FEE IN LIEU OF SECURITY DEPOSIT.","snippet":"clause in the insurance described by Subsection (e) and before the first anniversary of the termination of the tenant's occupancy, may seek reimbursement from the tenant of only the amounts paid to the landlord; and\n(3) the tenant is entitled to any defenses to payment against the insurer as against the landlord.\n(m) If an insurer seeks reimbursement under Subsection (l)(2), the insurer must include in the reimbursement demand:\n(1) evidence of damages or unpaid rent that the landlord submitted to the insurer;\n(2) evidence of damage repair costs that the landlord submitted to the insurer; and\n(3) a copy of the settled claim that documents payments made by the insurer to the landlord.\nAdded by Acts 2021, 87th Leg., R.S., Ch. 189 (S.B. 1783), Sec. 1, eff. September 1, 2021.","source_url":"https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Docs/PR/htm/PR.92.htm#92.111","current_through":"89th 2nd Called Legislative Session, 2025","vintage":"","retrieved_at":"2026-09-26T04:27:18Z","stale":false},{"path":["GOVERNMENT CODE","TITLE 12. SECURITIES ACT","CHAPTER 4007. ENFORCEMENT","SUBCHAPTER C. ADMINISTRATIVE ACTIONS"],"html_url":"https://law.agentlookups.ai/law/us-tx/tex.-government-code-4007.108","publisher_url":"https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Docs/GV/htm/GV.4007.htm#4007.108","id":"us-tx/tex.-government-code-4007.108","source_id":"us-tx","jurisdiction":"us-tx","citation":"Tex. Government Code § 4007.108","heading":"REFUND.","snippet":"(a) Subject to Subsection (b), the commissioner may order a dealer, agent, investment adviser, or investment adviser representative regulated under this title to pay a refund to a client or a purchaser of securities or services from the person or company as provided in an agreed order or an enforcement order instead of or in addition to imposing an administrative penalty or other sanctions.\n(b) The amount of a refund ordered as provided in an agreed order or an enforcement order may not exceed the amount the client or purchaser paid to the dealer, agent, investment adviser, or investment adviser representative for a service or transaction regulated by the board. The commissioner may not require payment of other damages or estimate harm in a refund order.\nAdded by Acts 2021, 87th Leg., R.S., Ch. 915 (H.B. 3607), Sec. 9.109, eff. January 1, 2022.","source_url":"https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Docs/GV/htm/GV.4007.htm#4007.108","current_through":"89th 2nd Called Legislative Session, 2025","vintage":"","retrieved_at":"2026-09-26T04:26:25Z","stale":false},{"path":["PROPERTY CODE","TITLE 8. LANDLORD AND TENANT","CHAPTER 92. RESIDENTIAL TENANCIES","SUBCHAPTER C. SECURITY DEPOSITS"],"html_url":"https://law.agentlookups.ai/law/us-tx/tex.-property-code-92.104","publisher_url":"https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Docs/PR/htm/PR.92.htm#92.104","id":"us-tx/tex.-property-code-92.104","source_id":"us-tx","jurisdiction":"us-tx","citation":"Tex. Property Code § 92.104","heading":"RETENTION OF SECURITY DEPOSIT; ACCOUNTING.","snippet":"(a) Before returning a security deposit, the landlord may deduct from the deposit damages and charges for which the tenant is legally liable under the lease or as a result of breaching the lease.\n(b) The landlord may not retain any portion of a security deposit to cover normal wear and tear.\n(c) If the landlord retains all or part of a security deposit under this section, the landlord shall give to the tenant the balance of the security deposit, if any, together with a written description and itemized list of all deductions. The landlord is not required to give the tenant a description and itemized list of deductions if:\n(1) the tenant owes rent when he surrenders possession of the premises; and\n(2) there is no controversy concerning the amount of rent owed.\nActs 1983, 68th Leg., p. 3640, ch. 576, Sec. 1, eff. Jan. 1, 1984.","source_url":"https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Docs/PR/htm/PR.92.htm#92.104","current_through":"89th 2nd Called Legislative Session, 2025","vintage":"","retrieved_at":"2026-09-26T04:27:18Z","stale":false}]},"notice":"GroundRules: Original legal text. Not legal advice."}