Washington consumer dispute guide

Security deposit law in Washington

Deposit must be returned within 21 days with a full written statement. Failure to comply may result in up to 2x the deposit amount. Landlord must provide a checklist at move-in and move-out.

Statute: Wash. Rev. Code § 59.18.280 · Penalty exposure: up to 2x the deposit

Key consumer protection statutes

• • Washington Deceptive Trade Practices / Consumer Protection Act
• • Wash. Rev. Code § 59.18.280 — 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)