Can I sue for a landlord keeping my deposit in Colorado?

Which law covers security deposits in Colorado?

governing statute

Colo. Rev. Stat. § 38-12-103

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How long does a landlord have to return a security deposit in Colorado?

deadline

30 days

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Across the country. 23 of the 47 states written up answer this the same way as Colorado. The shortest is 14 days, as in Alaska; the longest is 60 days, as in Alabama. Compare every state →

What is the penalty if a landlord keeps your deposit in Colorado?

penalty

No written statement in time forfeits all right to withhold anything. Willful retention: treble the amount wrongfully withheld, plus reasonable attorney fees and court costs. The landlord bears the burden of proving the withholding was not wrongful.

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Which court hears a case like this in Colorado?

which court

Small claims court

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How much can you sue for in Colorado small claims court?

small claims limit

$7,500

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exceptions: Defamation, eviction and anything brought on behalf of a class are outside this court at any amount.

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What else should you know in Colorado?

also

One month by default, but the lease may extend it to as much as 60 days. Before filing, you must give the landlord at least seven days' written notice that you intend to sue — skip that step and the treble damages go away.

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