Evidence for a Texas Security Deposit Dispute
Good evidence makes these disputes simpler.
In Texas, one item deserves special attention: proof that you gave the landlord your forwarding address in writing.
Keep these items together
- the lease
- proof of the deposit amount and payment
- move-in photos if you have them
- move-out photos and videos
- proof of key return or surrender of possession
- your written forwarding-address notice and delivery proof
- messages with the landlord or property manager
- any deduction statement or refund check
Why this matters
Most deposit disputes become easier when the timeline and the unit condition are documented clearly.
That matters before any court filing, and it matters even more if the landlord claims deductions that do not match the condition of the unit.
A simple file to build
Try to keep one clean folder with:
- the lease and deposit records
- your move-out timeline
- photos and videos
- every letter, email, and text
- any deduction statement, refund, or mailing proof
Related Texas pages
Next step
If you want the letters and timing already organized, start here:
See the Texas Deposit Recovery System
Important
This page provides general information and not legal advice.