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Circulation: Fines

Overdue & Lost Library Materials for Students

  • Overdue MWCC materials accrue fines at 5¢ per day, with a maximum fine of $2.00 per item.
  • Materials from the Reserve collection accrue fines of 25¢ per day, with a maximum of $2.00 per item.
  • MWCC library materials that are overdue for 28 days will be billed for a replacement cost. A block will be placed on your student record. For more information see the Borrowing Policies.
  • Payment for lost items will incur an additional $10.00 processing fee.

Overdue & Lost Library Materials for Faculty & Staff

  • Faculty and staff do not accrue fines for MWCC items. Overdue items from other libraries accrue fines.
  • Faculty and staff will be held responsible for lost or damaged items. Library staff will determine if payment is required for a damaged MWCC item.

Overdue & Lost Library Materials for Community Users

  • Overdue MWCC items accrue late fees at 10¢ per day, up to a maximum of $3.00 per item.
  • MWCC library materials that are overdue for 21 days will be billed for a replacement cost.
  • Library users will be held responsible for lost or damaged items. Library staff will determine if payment is required for a damaged MWCC item..
  • Payment for lost items will incur an additional $10.00 processing fee.

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