ReclaimDepositTexas Security Deposit Demand Letter Template
Verified: Jan 2026A professional demand letter template specifically designed for Texas's security deposit laws, citing Tex. Prop. Code § 92.103-92.109 and referencing the 30 return deadline.
30
Deadline
Tex. Prop. Code 92.103-92.109
Primary Statute
$100 + 3x amount wrongfully withheld + attorney fees
Potential Penalty
Key Elements of a Texas Demand Letter
- 130-day return deadline
- 2Written itemized list required
- 3Forwarding address requirement
- 4Bad faith penalty ($100 + 3x)
- 5Attorney's fees recoverable
Sample Letter Excerpt
Pursuant to Texas Property Code Section 92.103, you were required to return my security deposit within 30 days of my surrendering the premises and providing my forwarding address.
As of today, [X] days have elapsed since my move-out on [DATE]. I provided my forwarding address in writing as required.
Under Tex. Prop. Code 92.109, if you retain my deposit in bad faith, I may recover $100 plus three times the amount wrongfully withheld, plus reasonable attorney's fees.
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 Texas
Itemized breakdown of contested deductions
Calculation of statutory penalties
Suggested response deadline (e.g., 14 days)
Court-ready PDF format