Missouri consumer dispute guide

Security deposit law in Missouri

Deposit must be returned within 30 days. Wrongful withholding may result in up to 2x the amount improperly withheld.

Statute: Mo. Rev. Stat. § 535.300 · Penalty exposure: up to 2x the deposit

Key consumer protection statutes

• • Missouri Deceptive Trade Practices / Consumer Protection Act
• • Mo. Rev. Stat. § 535.300 — 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)