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Current as of January 02, 2024 | Updated by FindLaw Staff
Sec. 13. A security deposit may be used only for the following purposes:
(1) To reimburse the landlord for actual damages to the rental unit or any ancillary facility that are not the result of ordinary wear and tear.
(2) To pay the landlord for:
(A) all rent in arrearage under the rental agreement; and
(B) rent due for premature termination of the rental agreement by the tenant.
(3) To pay for the last payment period of a residential rental agreement if a written agreement between the landlord and the tenant stipulates that the security deposit will serve as the last payment of rent due.
(4) To reimburse the landlord for utility or sewer charges paid by the landlord that are:
(A) the obligation of the tenant under the rental agreement; and
(B) unpaid by the tenant.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Indiana Code Title 32. Property § 32-31-3-13 - last updated January 02, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/in/title-32-property/in-code-sect-32-31-3-13/
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