Borrowing Policy - Law Library

Law Library Loan Periods

Books

Most books circulate for three weeks. All borrowers are guaranteed a loan period of 7 days, after which the material is subject to recall by another borrower. Two renewals are permitted, providing that no other requests have been placed on the title.

Journals

Law journals are in-library use only.

Reserve

Most Reserve books are available for 2 hour loan periods. There are a few 1 day & 3 day loan items.

• 3 days - Due back exactly 72 hours from the time signed out or, if the Library is closed 72 hours after being signed out, it will be due 1 hour after opening the next day the Library is open.
24 hours - Due back exactly 24 hours from the time signed out or, if the library is closed 24 hours after being signed out, it will be due 1 hour after opening the next day the Library is open.
• 2 hours (may be removed from the library) - Due back 2 hours from the time signed out or,  if the Library closes within 2 hours of the book being signed out, it will be due 1 hour after opening the next day the Library is open

Fines

General

Books must be returned by the due date indicated on the slip inserted in the book pocket when the item is signed out. The Libraries will assume unreturned material is missing and will apply the replacement sanctions outlined below. It is your responsibility to check your own record, return and renew your books on time.

• Books

  Books are subject to overdue fines at the rate of $1.00 per day to a maximum of $25.00 per item.

• Recalled Material

  Borrowers who fail to return recalled materials are subject to a fine assessed at the rate of $2.00 per day to a maximum of $50.00 per item.

• Reserve Material

  Borrowers who fail to return reserve materials are subject to a fine assessed at the rate of $1.00 per hour to a maximum of $50.00 per item.

Replacement Cost for Lost, Damaged or Missing Items

Damage to or loss of material must be reported to the Libraries. The borrower is deemed responsible for the cost of the replacement plus a non-refundable $30.00 processing fee and a $10.00 billing fee. If the lost material has been recalled for use by another borrower and has incurred fines, the outstanding fines will also be charged.

Note: Unpaid fines may lead to the suspension of borrowing privileges. If students fail to pay their fines, their marks and transcripts will be withheld and they will be prevented from registering in future courses until the fines are satisfied. Unpaid accounts may be referred to a Collection Agency.