Get your security deposit back in Orange County
California landlords must return your deposit within 21 days of move-out under Cal. Civ. Code § 1950.5. If yours didn't, a statute-cited demand letter is the first step — and if they still ignore you, you can file in small claims court in Orange County.
Return deadline
21 days (Cal. Civ. Code § 1950.5)
Small claims court
Superior Court of California, County of Orange — Small Claims
Filing fee
$30–$75 (by claim amount) · claims up to $12,500
File at the Central Justice Center, Santa Ana; e-file or drop-box.
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