How much can a landlord charge for a security deposit in West Virginia?

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No maximum. West Virginia's security deposit law (Article 6A) regulates return and deductions but sets no cap on the amount. Source: W. Va. Code ch. 37, art. 6A (§§ 37-6A-1 to -6) (https://code.wvlegislature.gov/37-6A-2/), last checked 2026-10-15.

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How much can a landlord charge for a security deposit in West Virginia?

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