Overdue, Damaged, & Lost Materials
Most books do not accrue daily overdue fines and can be renewed; however, high demand items will accrue overdue fines if returned late. While the Medical Sciences Library does not charge fines for overdue materials, accounts with overdue materials are subject to being blocked from library services.
Overdue Fines Summary
| High demand item | Fine accrual | Maximum Fine |
|---|---|---|
| Course Reserve Books (24 hours or less) |
$3 per hour | $150 maximum |
| Course Reserve Films & CDs (24 hr loan period) |
$3 per hour | $150 maximum |
| Course Reserves (multi-day loans) |
$3 per day | $150 maximum |
| Equipment (4-hour loan period) | $3 per hour | $150 maximum |
| Equipment (3-day loan period) | Varies (inquire via AskUs) | $150 maximum |
| Equipment (7-day & 14-day loan period) | Varies (inquire via AskUs) | $150 maximum |
| Films & CDs (7-day loan period) | $1 per day | $35 maximum |
| Journals & Periodicals | $1 per pay | $45 maximum |
| Recalled Items | $1 per day | $45 maximum |
| Other Media Equipment | Varies (inquire via AskUs) | Varies (inquire via AskUs) |
For all other inquiries about items not listed above please contact AskUs Services for more information.
