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Request for Deposit Return
Dear :
When I moved out of your rental _ days ago, the unit was returned to its original condition minus normal wear and tear. State law says that no tenant should be held responsible for normal wear and tear. I have not yet received my deposit of $__. The Landlord Tenant Act (RCW 59.18.280) requires you to refund my deposit and/or give me a written list of specific, itemized deductions from my deposit within 14 days after the day I moved out. If you fail to do this you waive any rights to my deposit.
Please mail $___ without delay. If after receiving this letter you do not return my deposit I will assume that you are deliberately attempting to withhold my deposit. State law provides that I may collect twice the amount of my deposit plus court costs and attorney fees if I am forced to sue you.
Sincerely,
Posted: Sunday, December 19, 2004
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