Skip Navigation

Library Fines & Fees

What are the fines for overdue materials?

Schedule Showing Fines Per Day and Maximum Fines for Each Material Type
Material Category Fine Amount Per Day Per Item Maximum Per Item for Each Loan Period*
Adult materials $0.40 $16.00
Teen materials $0.20 $8.00
Children's materials $0.20 $8.00
*Note that each renewal is considered another borrowing period.

DVD's and Best Bets

Material Fine Amount Per Day Per Item Maximum Fine Per Item
Best Bets $1.00 $20.00
Adult DVD's $1.00 $20.00
Teen DVD's $0.50 $8.00
Children's DVD's $0.50 $8.00

How will I know if I have fines?

If you have fines over $10.00, you are receiving invoices from the library by mail.

You can also check your account - if there are fines on your account, the home page of your account will display a value beside the label You Owe, as shown below.

Screenshot of your fine balance

When you borrow materials, library staff will notify you during the checkout process that you have fines owing. If you are using the self-checkout process, you are automatically notified when you enter your library card barcode.

Can I use a credit card to pay my fines?

Yes. In person or by phone at any branch.

What happens if I have fines on my account?

It depends on the amount you owe, and the date of the oldest charge on your account.

Fines under $5.00 will not affect your account privileges.

If you owe between $5.00 and $30.00, you will have 6 weeks from the date of the oldest charge before your account is blocked. When your account is blocked you cannot take out library materials, but can place holds or renew items. Your account will be reinstated when all fines older than 6 weeks are paid.

If you owe more than $30.00 your account will be blocked immediately.

Call or visit a branch and speak to branch staff about your fines owed and your account. The library staff will be both reasonable and fair in resolving fine and account related concerns.

Fines Disputes

If you feel that fines are appearing in error, please contact any branch.

What happens if I don't pay my fines?

If your charges are not paid within 70 days, your account will be turned over to a collection agency. An additional fine ($15.00 for balances over $40.00 or $5.00 for smaller balances) will be charged to customers whose accounts are turned over to the collection agency.

How can I avoid fines?

Renew your items

To avoid fines, renew items where possible if you require them longer than the due date of the item.

Return your materials on time

Library materials can be returned to any library branch or bookmobile stop. Many branches have 24-hour book drops for your convenience.

Note: Any unreturned materials that are overdue continue to accrue fines - renewing your items and returning them on time are the most effective ways to avoid fines.

What is the replacement fee for a lost or stolen card?

The following replacement charges apply to each age category:

What is the non-resident fee for a library card?

The non-resident fee for a library card is $30.00 for three months.