My landlord kept my $1500 deposit over 'carpet damage'. I have video evidence the carpet was ruined before I moved in.

I literally filmed a 10-minute 4K walkthrough of every stain in the apartment the day I got the keys. The landlord is now trying to say I brought a secret pet that ruined the living room. He ignores the video and threatens to send me to collections.

The video she showed was taken on move-in day, but it conveniently skips the massive red wine stain she hid under the living room rug. Plus, the neighbors complained for 6 months about a barking dog she claims she 'never had'. I have text proof.

No concrete evidence was submitted to the locker.

⚖️ Final AI Verdict from The Judgy

Side A's timestamped move-in video is conclusive evidence that the carpet stains pre-dated their tenancy. A landlord cannot legally withhold a deposit for pre-existing damage. Furthermore, vague claims about a barking dog do not substantiate physical property damage. Side B (Landlord) must return the full deposit.