For information regarding how much security deposit you are allowed to

request by law in the State of California, go to:

http://realestate.findlaw.com/landlord/landlord-rent/tenant-rent-security-deposit-limits.html

What can a landlord deduct from the security deposit for cleaning and

repairs? See: http://realestate.findlaw.com/tenant/tenant-resources/tenant-rent-security-deposit-protect-cleaning.html

Tips for Tenants - Read Before Signing That Lease! - http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/136616/avoiding_the_landlord_from_hell_tips.html?cat=54

For the Department of Fair Housing and Development ("DFEH"): http://www.dfeh.ca.gov/DFEH/default/

For all California Codes: http://www.leginfo.ca.gov/calaw.html