Q: Tenant v. Landlord. Right to Partial or Whole Security Funds?
FL Statute 83.49(2) & (5). I am the tenant. I moved out a couple of days before lease end but did not provide a new address. He hasn't provided a written notice for deposit deductions and we have passed 30 days. I believe I am entitled to the entire deposit but I am confused whether or not I give up my right to the deposit because I did not provide an address as mentioned in 83.49(5). That seems a little stringent. The language states that I do not give up my right but the Florida Tenant Rights say that I may forfeit the deposit. If not, what is the new timeline that is established for him to make a claim and/or return the remainder? Thank you in advance.
A: How do you know he didn't send you a notice if you didn't give him a new address? What do you think, that he's required to play detective?
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