Frequently Asked Questions About Security Deposits for Residential Rentals
Information about the laws governing residential security deposits.
By: D.C. Bar Pro Bono Program
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Security Deposit Self-Help Packet This document provides information for tenants about security deposits, including where to get help with a security deposit issue. The packet includes a sample demand letter and a Statement of Claim for use in Small Claims Court, as well as answers to frequently asked questions about security deposits.
By: D.C. Bar Pro Bono Program
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Washington DC Tenant Survival Guide
(Separate Website)
This guide provides a wide-ranging discussion of issues relevant to tenants in the District of Columbia. Some of the topics covered include:
- Leases
- Security Deposits
- Repairs
- Renter's Insurance
- Evictions
- Rent Control
- Public Housing
By: Harrison Institute for Public Law in conjunction with the District of Columbia Office of the Tenant Advocate
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LawHelp.org/DC is a project of the D.C. Bar Pro Bono Program with support from the D.C. Consortium of Legal Services Providers and funding from the D.C. Bar Foundation.
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