Helping renters recover what the law says is theirs.
DepositRights is a legal-tech platform built to help renters navigate the security-deposit recovery process — without a lawyer, without confusion, and without giving up.
Why DepositRights exists
Who we serve
Renters who believe their security deposit was wrongfully withheld — in full or in part — and want to understand their options and take structured action.
The problem we solve
Most renters lose their deposit not because the law is against them, but because they do not know what the law says, what evidence they need, or what steps to take.
Our purpose
To close the information gap between renters and landlords by providing clear, source-based guidance and practical tools — so renters can act with confidence.
Security deposits are often the largest single financial dispute a renter will ever face. In Texas, the average deposit is several hundred to several thousand dollars. When a landlord withholds that money without proper legal justification, renters have real remedies under state law — including the right to sue in Justice of the Peace Court for up to three times the wrongfully withheld amount. But most renters never pursue those remedies because the process feels inaccessible.
DepositRights was built to change that.
What DepositRights provides
Free Deposit Audit
A structured assessment of your situation — what happened, what the law says about it, and whether you have a viable claim. No cost, no commitment.
Recovery Workflow
A step-by-step process guide covering demand letters, evidence gathering, JP Court filing, and hearing preparation — built around Texas law and county-specific procedures.
Court-Ready Support
For renters who decide to file, we provide the documentation, checklists, and procedural guidance needed to present a well-organized case in Justice of the Peace Court.
Source-Based Legal Information
Every claim we make is tied to a specific statute, court rule, or official government source. We explain what the law actually says — not what we think it should say.
Why renters use DepositRights
Most security deposit disputes fall into a frustrating middle ground: the amount is too large to walk away from, but too small to justify hiring an attorney.
Too small for a lawyer
A $600 deposit dispute is not worth $300/hour in attorney fees. But it is worth your time if you have a clear process to follow.
Too complex under stress
Moving is stressful. Figuring out demand letter requirements, JP Court procedures, and evidence standards while relocating is overwhelming without structured help.
Need a structured next step
Most renters know something is wrong but do not know what to do first. DepositRights provides a clear starting point and a logical path forward.
How we approach this work
State-specific
Security deposit law varies significantly by state. We do not publish generic advice. Every page on DepositRights is written for a specific jurisdiction — currently Texas — and tied to the statutes that govern it.
Source-based
We cite the Texas Property Code, official court rules, and government sources throughout our content. If we cannot cite a source, we do not publish the claim.
Practical
Our goal is not to explain the law in the abstract — it is to help renters take the next concrete step. Every page is built around action, not theory.
Privacy-conscious
We understand that renters in a dispute may be cautious about sharing personal information. DepositRights is designed to be useful without requiring unnecessary disclosure.
Important limitations
DepositRights is not a law firm.
We do not provide legal advice, and nothing on this site creates an attorney-client relationship. If your situation involves significant complexity, disputed facts, or amounts that justify professional representation, you should consult a licensed attorney.
More about how we work
Transparency is part of how we build trust. These pages explain our standards and how to reach us.
How we research, write, and fact-check every page on this site.
Our process for sourcing statutes, court rules, and procedural information.
Questions about your situation or the platform? Reach us here.
Start with a free assessment of your deposit situation — no cost, no commitment.