Fines

An item borrowed from the Arlington Public Library becomes overdue on the first day of library service following the due date of the item as recorded in the circulation transaction when the item was borrowed. A library item placed in the book-drop at any library facility during hours when the library building is not open shall be considered to have been returned to the library on the date of that library building’s closing.

Fines for overdue materials will accumulate at the daily rate, Sundays and holidays included, not to exceed the amount of the "standard replacement cost" of the item. There are different classifications of types of materials which may be borrowed from the Library.  Each type of material has its own standard replacement cost.  The standard replacement cost represents the average cost of the type of item borrowed. No borrower or class of borrowers shall be exempt from fine or fee payment.  Library borrowers with accumulated fines of $10.00 or more shall be denied borrowing privileges.

Replacements

The charge for lost or damaged materials is the actual price paid by the Library for the particular item as recorded in the Library’s Circulation System database plus a processing fee. If an item record does not include the actual price paid by the Library, the “standard replacement cost” described above will be charged for the item plus a processing fee. Borrowers of library materials may not provide replacement copies for lost or damaged items.  Refunds on books lost and paid for will be made if the item is returned in good condition and within six (6) months of the date of payment.  The borrower must present the item to qualify for a refund.  Payment of replacement charges does not transfer ownership of the material to the borrower paying the charges.  Lost or damaged items remain the property of the Library.

Non-resident cards are available yearly to people who do not qualify for a Resident card. There is a $50.00 per year charge for this card, payable upon application.