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My neighbor just realized he rented out his house to a guy who is under investigation for multiple murders. He found out when cops kept showing up looking to question him and the neighbors called to notify him. I simply googled his tenant's name and all the news stories, criminal records and mug shots came up, so I guess the landlord was just a dumbass.
Well if the guy is guilty then the landlord will just have to rent it out again. Also probably be able to keep the security deposit since if the guy goes to prison he violated his lease.
In some states, it is illegal to keep the security deposit unless there's been actual damage beyond normal wear-and-tear. The landlord would have to sue and would only be able to claim actual losses. Know your rights.
Are there really states where the security deposit is not able to be used for unpaid rent or other unpaid fees?
Maybe I'm misremembering :(