Get your security deposit back in Miami-Dade County
Florida landlords must return your deposit within 15 days of move-out under Fla. Stat. § 83.49. 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 Miami-Dade County.
Return deadline
15 days (Fla. Stat. § 83.49)
Small claims court
Miami-Dade County Court, Small Claims Division
Filing fee
$55–$300 (by claim amount) · claims up to $10,000
E-file via the Florida Courts E-Filing Portal.
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