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Most library materials are available for loan by authorized borrowers. Borrower category and type of material determine loan availability and loan periods given. Authorized borrowers include currently enrolled Parkland College students, currently employed Parkland College faculty and staff, and other categories of borrowers as outlined in the Library circulation policies on the Library webpage. Renewals are permitted, but may be restricted for certain items or if another patron requests the item. The Library reserves the right to recall an item, and require its return before the end of the loan period.

Section 7.02.04 of the Parkland College Policy and Procedures Manual

All borrowers of Parkland CollegeLlibrary materials are held personally responsible for borrowed items in their possession. By borrowing materials from Parkland College, borrowers agree to return all library materials on time, pay for the replacement of all damaged materials so damaged while in their possession, pay for the replacement of all lost materials on record, and pay all processing fees. The Library's automated circulation system serves as the system of record for all borrowing transactions. Borrowing materials for other persons, transferring custody of materials borrowed to other persons, or using other persons to return materials for the original borrower are NOT grounds for appeal of assessed charges for overdue, lost or damaged materials.

Fines are assessed to encourage prompt return of library materials and are imposed for material returned after the due date. Borrowers who keep items beyond the time allotted to them are denying other patrons access to these materials. Persons who are assessed charges for overdue, lost, or damaged library materials may appeal such charges by making a claim at the circulation desk of the Library. Appellants may be asked to submit appeals in writing. Borrowing privileges may be suspended until materials are returned, processing fees are paid, and/or restitution is made for lost materials. ALL categories of patrons are subject to collection agency intervention for failure to pay bills and may be subject to criminal prosecution.

For further clarification of Parkland College's approach to unpaid debts, see Policy 6.04.

Procedure

Two (2) notices will be sent informing the patron that materials are overdue: a first notice and a final notice with a bill. The bill will include replacement cost(s) of the item(s) and a processing fee per item. The processing fee must be paid even if the items are returned.

At the time the bill is sent to the patron, the record will be turned over to the Business Office. As a result, transcripts and diplomas will be held and the patron will not be allowed to register for classes. In addition, borrowing privileges may be suspended until materials are returned, processing fees are paid, and/or restitution is made for lost materials.

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