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Indiana · IN

In Indiana, a landlord must return a security deposit within 45 calendar days.

Return deadline
45 calendar days
Itemized statement
Required
Move-in condition list
Not required by statute
Maximum deposit
No statutory cap
Interest on deposit
Not required

If the landlord withholds in bad faith

landlord failing to provide the required itemized notice within 45 days is liable for the amount wrongfully withheld (or full deposit) plus reasonable attorney's fees and court costs; no bad-faith multiplier

Written itemized notice of damages and refund of any balance within 45 days after termination and delivery of possession; no liability until tenant gives a written mailing address (§ 32-31-3-12, -14). Failure to itemize forfeits right to withhold. No cap; no move-in checklist; no interest.

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Ind. Code § 32-31-3-12 to -16 · source · verified 2026-07-10

General information, not legal advice. Statutes change and local rules vary — check your lease and your local law, or consult a tenant attorney or legal aid.