Nebraska Security Deposit Law
What landlords in Nebraska need to know about deposit limits, refund deadlines, interest, and penalties for getting it wrong.
Deposit cap
1 month's rent (1.25 months if a pet deposit applies)
Refund deadline
14 days
14 days after termination and surrender of the unit.
Interest required?
No
No statewide interest requirement.
Separate account?
Not required
Penalty for noncompliance
Bad-faith retention can result in up to twice the amount wrongfully withheld.
Statute: Neb. Rev. Stat. § 76-1416
This page summarizes general state-level rules as of 2026 and does not cover city or county ordinances, which can be stricter. Verify against the statute cited above or with a local attorney before relying on it. See all states.