ReclaimDepositMassachusetts Security Deposit Demand Letter Template
Verified: Feb 2026A professional demand letter template specifically designed for Massachusetts's security deposit laws, citing MGL c. 186 § 15B and referencing the 30 return deadline.
30
Deadline
MGL c. 186 15B
Primary Statute
3x deposit + interest + attorney fees + court costs
Potential Penalty
Key Elements of a Massachusetts Demand Letter
- 130-day return deadline
- 2Statement of condition required
- 3Interest required (5% or actual rate)
- 4Deposit must be in separate MA bank account
- 5Automatic 3x penalty for ANY violation
Sample Letter Excerpt
Pursuant to MGL c. 186 § 15B, you were required to return my security deposit within 30 days of the termination of occupancy, along with an itemized list of damages and a sworn statement.
As of today, [X] days have elapsed since I moved out on [DATE]. Massachusetts law is strictly enforced: ANY violation of the security deposit statute entitles me to recover three times the deposit amount plus interest, attorney's fees, and court costs.
I hereby demand immediate return of my full security deposit of $[AMOUNT].
This is a sample excerpt. Your personalized letter will include your specific dates, amounts, deductions, and complete legal arguments.
What's Included in Your Demand Letter
Your name, address, and landlord details
Specific legal citations for Massachusetts
Itemized breakdown of contested deductions
Calculation of statutory penalties
Suggested response deadline (e.g., 14 days)
Court-ready PDF format