Policy 5-2-1: Fines and Replacement Charges

 

Policy: Policy 5-2-1: Fines and Replacement Charges Date Adopted: October 1, 1998  
Department: Library  Date(s) Reviewed and/or Revised:

 March 8, 2024; July 16, 2013; May 14, 2013; December 9, 2008; September 2, 2008; May 11, 2004
Contact: Director
Statement: Fine schedule for overdue, damaged, and missing materials.

Section 1: Fines

  1. Fines on Overdue Books
    1. The WNC Library does not charge fines for overdue materials owned by WNC but reserves the right to suspend borrowing privileges until materials are returned. Thirty (30) days following the original due date, overdue materials will be considered lost/missing and the patron will be charged for the replacement cost.

Section 2: Replacement Charges

  1. Replacement Charges for Lost or Damaged Materials
    1. The charges for replacing all items will be current replacement cost plus billing fees.