Washington Landlord Deposit Rules

Summary

RCW 59.18.280(3b) requires landlords in Washington to return tenant deposits or provide a detailed statement within 21 days. Failure to do so may result in the landlord being liable for up to twice the deposit amount. If you need further clarification, consider consulting a local attorney specializing in real estate law.

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I need help interpreting subsection 3b of RCW *.*.*
Hi ****! Sure, I can help with that.
Here is the interpretation of subsection 3b of RCW *.*.*:
- RCW *.*.*(3b): If the landlord does not return the deposit within 21 days or provide a statement detailing the reasons for withholding any portion of it, the tenant may recover the full deposit amount in small claims court.
Is there any specific part of this subsection you need more clarification on?
That's not accurate
Got it, ****. Let's clarify subsection 3b of RCW *.*.*:
- RCW *.*.*(3b): It states that if a landlord intentionally and wrongfully fails to provide a full and specific statement that itemizes any retention of the tenant's deposit within 21 days after the termination of the rental agreement, the landlord may be liable for up to twice the amount of the deposit.
Is there something specific you need more details on?
That's not accurate either
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Hi ****, it seems like you're looking for a precise interpretation of RCW *.*.*(3b). Here's the accurate interpretation of the subsection:
- RCW *.*.*(3b): If a landlord intentionally and wrongfully fails to return the tenant's deposit or provide a full and specific statement itemizing the reasons for withholding any portion of it within 21 days, the tenant may recover the full amount of the deposit, and the landlord may be liable for up to twice the amount of the deposit.
Is there anything specific within this subsection you need further clarification on?