Oregon consumer dispute guide

Security deposit law in Oregon

Deposit must be returned within 31 days. Landlord must provide written accounting. Wrongful withholding may result in up to 2x the deposit amount.

Statute: Or. Rev. Stat. § 90.300 · Penalty exposure: up to 2x the deposit

Key consumer protection statutes

• • Oregon Deceptive Trade Practices / Consumer Protection Act
• • Or. Rev. Stat. § 90.300 — 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)