Property Management
Under Wisconsin DATCP Ch. 134, a landlord who withholds a security deposit beyond the 21-day deadline for more than the allowable deductions may be liable for:
AOnly the amount wrongfully withheld
BDouble the amount wrongfully withheld plus attorney's fees under Wisconsin consumer protection law✓ Correct
CA DATCP fine only
DA court-ordered apology
Explanation
Wisconsin DATCP rules impose significant penalties on landlords who wrongfully withhold security deposits or fail to provide an itemized statement within 21 days.
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