Kentucky consumer dispute guide

Security deposit law in Kentucky

Deposit must be returned within 60 days. Landlord must place deposit in a separate account and disclose the account location to the tenant.

Statute: Ky. Rev. Stat. § 383.580 · Penalty exposure: up to 1x the deposit

Key consumer protection statutes

• • Kentucky Deceptive Trade Practices / Consumer Protection Act
• • Ky. Rev. Stat. § 383.580 — 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)