University Library no longer charges late fines for overdue general circulating materials. Patrons are still responsible for renewing materials, and for promptly returning items that are no longer needed. This policy applies only to University Library items; other libraries or campuses in the IU system may still charge late fines. Consult those campuses' library websites for more information. Fines will remain in place for course reserve materials. Access to course reserve materials is essential for many students, and ensuring the prompt return of items is necessary. Fines also remain in place for Service & Information Desk items, such as phone chargers, calculators, markers, etc.
Fine Rates by Item
| Category | Fine Rate |
|---|---|
| General Circulating Materials | $0.25 |
| Course Reserves, Hourly Loan | $5 per hour |
| Course Reserves, Day Loan | $15 per day |
| Video/Media Materials | $1.20 per day |
| Interlibrary Loan Materials | Items declared lost by the lending library may result in a lost-item fee |
| Recalled Item | $25 fine (This fine may be levied on a daily basis) |
Examples
Normally Circulating Materials
On normally circulating materials, the borrower is billed for lost or unreturned materials when the item becomes overdue. The charges for lost or non-returned materials are as follows.
| Fee Title | Cost |
|---|---|
| Billing Charge | $10.00 |
| Unreturned Item Charge | $50.00 |
| Total | $60.00 |
Users may receive a refund for the replacement cost of a billed item if it is returned to University Library within one (1) year of the billing date. Materials returned after that date will not receive a refund.
Course Reserve Materials
On Course Reserve Materials, the borrower is billed for lost or unreturned materials when the item becomes overdue. The charges for lost or non-returned materials are as follows.
| Fee Title | Cost |
|---|---|
| Billing Charge | $5.00 |
| Database Adjustment Charge | $20.00 |
| Unreturned Item Charge | $100.00 |
| Overdue Fine | As accrued |
| Total | $125.00 |
Library Charge Appeals
If you think the library has made an error or if you have a special situation that made it difficult for you to return or renew materials on time, you may file an appeal by filling out the charge appeal form.