Nebraska security-deposit return deadline

Under Neb. Rev. Stat. §76-1416, you have 14 days from move-out. Enter the date the tenant vacated to get your exact deadline.

Deadlines per Neb. Rev. Stat. §76-1416. Nebraska statutes change; verify with the current statute. Not legal advice.

What Neb. Rev. Stat. §76-1416 requires

  • Return deadline: 14 days
  • Deposit cap: 1 month's rent — Plus a quarter month's rent as pet deposit
  • Balance plus written itemization delivered or mailed within 14 days of termination
  • Unclaimed refunds become abandoned property (state treasurer) after one year

Statutes as of August 2026. Statutes change — verify with the current text of Neb. Rev. Stat. §76-1416 before relying on a deadline. This is general information, not legal advice; consult a Nebraska attorney for your situation.

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