How long does a landlord have to return a security deposit in Texas?

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Within 30 days after the tenant surrenders the premises. Source: Tex. Prop. Code § 92.103(a) (https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Docs/PR/htm/PR.92.htm), last checked 2026-10-15.

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