Lyle v. Mangar, 36 A.3d 867 (2011)

Citation: Lyle v. Mangar, 36 A.3d 867 (2011)
Parent Document: Lyle v. Mangar, 36 A.3d 867 (2011)
Jurisdiction: Maine (state)
Effective Date: 2011-12-15
Original Source: https://www.courtlistener.com/opinion/5144930/lyle-v-mangar/ ↗

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[¶ 12] Relevant to the matter before us, the Legislature has established by statute that, if a written residential rental agreement is in place, a security deposit must be returned to a tenant “within the time, not to exceed 30 days, stated in the agreement.” 14 M.R.S. § 6033(2)(A). If, however, “there is actual cause for retaining the security deposit or any portion of it, the landlord shall provide the tenant with a written statement itemizing the reasons for the retention of the security deposit or any portion of it.” Id. § 6033(2). This written statement must also be provided “within the time, not to exceed 30 days, stated in the agreement.” Id. § 6033(2)(A). The landlord must also provide, along with the written statement, “full payment of the difference between the security deposit and the amount retained.” Id. § 6033(2). The cause for retaining the deposit may not include normal wear and tear. Id. § 6033(1). It may, however, include “nonpayment of rent.” Id. § 6033(2).

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