Q: How was I charged with vandalism at my former residence after moving, what was the purpose of my $1000 deposit?
Paid $800 deposit plus $200 for pet. The warrant said a broken window, already broken, missing shelves and closet rods, and damage to cabinets. There was only 1 closet rod when I moved in, and the drawer was taped in 1 cabinet because it kept falling apart. That being said, I'm confused as to how I'm being charged I mean shouldn't the deposit cover those things? I kept all messages from the landlord and I had kept all my receipts as well due to being warned about this particular landlord. We had a death in the family that put us behind and it escalated on her end quickly. Do I have any rights and is it worth my time to try to hire a lawyer?
A: You need an attorney to represent you to prove Restitution has already been made.
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