2012 Returning Security Deposits Electronically

Not surprisingly, laws are slowly changing to keep up with the electronic times. The passage of California Assembly Bill 1679 is an example of this.

​Under the new law, the landlord may wire a security deposit refund, after deductions, directly to a bank account designated by the tenant. Furthermore, the final deposit itemization statement and supporting documents can be sent to an e-mail account provided by the tenant. This law was approved by the Governor in September 2012 and takes effect January 1, 2013. To see a copy of the entire text of the new security deposit law with these changes, click here.

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