30 something days and no security deposit

[Donnell Durden]

Hey guys, Still renting until I'm in financial shape to buy but I recently need some renters advice. I just moved out August 3rd because my place was burglarized. My sons room had a chalk board walk so I primed it and was penalized. It's now Sept 12 and no check. I called on the 5th and the Landlord who is usually a jerk was very polite and said "it's probably just a couple of days late". No now it's well over 30 days. What's my move?

[Deanna McCormick]

New York Security Deposit Limit and Return

New York state law does not limit how much a landlord can charge for a security deposit. However, it does limit when it must be returned (within “a reasonable time” after a tenant moves, usually 21-45 days) and sets other restrictions on deposits. See New York Security Deposit Limits and Deadlines for more on the subject.

Question,, Did landlord accept the fact that and agree to you vacating the unit / before your lease was up.. did you get that in writing??  this could affect the status of your security deposit. and or if you'd be in position at all to have any kind of refund. 

You did not mention what type of lease terms you were under.