📜 State Law Guide • Updated January 2025
Mississippi Landlord Tenant Laws 2025
Mississippi offers a straightforward regulatory environment for landlords, with quick eviction timelines and minimal deposit restrictions.
Banned
Rent Control
None
Deposit Limit
45 days
Deposit Return
3-30 days
Eviction Notice
Security Deposit Rules
- No Maximum: Landlords can charge any amount.
- Return Deadline: 45 days after lease termination.
- Itemization: Written notice of deductions required.
- Penalty: $200 or actual damages if landlord fails to return/itemize.
Eviction Process
Mississippi allows for quick eviction for non-payment.
| Reason | Notice Required | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Non-payment of rent | 3 days | Pay or Quit |
| Lease Violation | 30 days | 14 days to cure; if not cured, vacate in 30 |
| Illegal Activity | Immediate | No specific statute, but often treated as breach |
| Month-to-month End | 30 days | Written notice |
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