Colorado consumer dispute guide

Security deposit law in Colorado

Deposit must be returned within 60 days (or up to 72 hours if hazardous conditions). Willful retention may result in treble damages plus attorney fees.

Statute: Colo. Rev. Stat. § 38-12-103 · Penalty exposure: up to 3x the deposit

Key consumer protection statutes

• • Colorado Deceptive Trade Practices / Consumer Protection Act
• • Colo. Rev. Stat. § 38-12-103 — security deposits
• • Fair Credit Reporting Act, 15 U.S.C. § 1681 (federal)
• • Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, 15 U.S.C. § 1692 (federal)
• • Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act, 15 U.S.C. § 2301 (federal)