ReclaimDepositArizona Security Deposit Laws (2026)
Key rules for deadlines, penalties, and documentation requirements, with direct links to the official statute.
Deadline
14 business days
14 business days after termination, delivery of possession, AND tenant demand
Penalty
2x
2x amount wrongfully withheld
Small claims limit
$5,000
Justice Court
Requirements
Move-in checklistRequired
Pre move-out inspectionRequired/Available
Certified mailNot required
Forwarding addressNot required
Notes
- Arizona uniquely requires tenant to DEMAND the deposit back - 14-day period does not begin until demand is made
- Tenant must object to deductions within 60 days or waives claims
- Uses BUSINESS DAYS (excludes Saturdays, Sundays, legal holidays)
Citations
Quick references pulled from our shared state law dataset. Always verify against the official statute.
- A.R.S. § 33-1321(D) - Landlord must return deposit within 14 business days after demand
- A.R.S. § 33-1321(D) - Landlord must provide itemized list of all deductions
- A.R.S. § 33-1321 - Landlord cannot charge for normal wear and tear
- A.R.S. § 33-1321(E) - Failure to comply results in 2x amount wrongfully withheld
- A.R.S. § 33-1321(C) - Tenant has right to be present at move-out inspection
- A.R.S. § 33-1321(C) - Landlord must provide move-in condition checklist
Next steps
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