Arkansas Tenant Rights Violation

Summary

Landlords in arkansas must provide an itemized list for security deposit deductions. If a property is re-rented, charging for the full remaining lease rent is generally not allowed. Tenants can access free resources through arkansas legal services partnership and center for arkansas legal services for assistance.

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If someone was evicted due to noise violations. They received one written warning that they were listening to music too loudly after a verbal warning and then received a 3 day eviction notice. They left the apartment within the notice timeframe. After that point the landlord kept their entire security deposit and sent a bill for $* for the remaining rent of the lease. Is this legal? Are they able to charge for that rent if they were able to rerent the property?
In Arkansas, landlords must follow certain procedures when handling security deposits and unpaid rent:
- Landlords can use the security deposit for unpaid rent or damages.
- If the property is re-rented, landlords generally cannot charge for the full remaining lease rent.
- Landlords must provide an itemized list of deductions from the deposit.
Did the landlord provide an itemized list for the deductions from the security deposit?
They did not provide any itemized list of deductions and the rent was up to date not past due. They provided a copy of the lease and copy of the warning
It sounds like the landlord may not be following Arkansas law regarding security deposits and rent charges. Since they didn't provide an itemized list of deductions and the rent wasn't past due, this could be a potential issue.
Would you like information on how to contact a local attorney who can give specific advice on this matter?
Are there any free resources for tenants facing this issue?
In Arkansas, tenants can access free resources through:
- Arkansas Legal Services Partnership: Provides free legal assistance and resources for low-income individuals.
- Center for Arkansas Legal Services: Offers legal aid and guidance for various tenant issues.
These organizations can help you navigate your situation more effectively.