14 days to return the deposit; cap 1 month's rent.
The deposit and an itemized statement are due within 14 days after the tenant demands it and provides a forwarding address. Deposits are capped at one month's rent (plus a pet deposit).
What this means for you: The 14-day clock starts when you demand the deposit and give your address.
Your next step: Demand the deposit in writing with a forwarding address.
Source: Neb. Rev. Stat. § 76-1416. Reviewed 2026-06-16 (needs local verification).
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Security deposit in nearby states: Kansas (30 days to return the deposit; cap 1 month's rent) · Iowa (30 days to return the deposit; cap 2 months' rent) · Missouri (30 days to return the deposit; cap 2 months' rent) · Colorado (30 days to return the deposit; cap 2 months' rent) · Wyoming (30 days to return the deposit; cap no statutory cap) · South Dakota (14 days to return the deposit; cap 1 month's rent).
General legal information, not legal advice. Laws change and vary by locality; consult a licensed attorney or your local housing authority.
Updated July 2026