Louisiana consumer dispute guide

Security deposit law in Louisiana

Deposit must be returned within 30 days. Failure to return or provide an itemized statement may result in penalties up to 2x the deposit plus attorney fees.

Statute: La. Rev. Stat. § 9:3251 · Penalty exposure: up to 2x the deposit

Key consumer protection statutes

• • Louisiana Deceptive Trade Practices / Consumer Protection Act
• • La. Rev. Stat. § 9:3251 — 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)