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Checkout/Return Policies
Loan Periods
| ITEM | LIMIT | LOAN PERIOD |
|---|---|---|
| DVDs* | 4 | 3 days |
| Instructional DVDs* | 4 | 3 weeks |
| Video Games* | 2 | 7 days |
| Express Reads | No limit | 7 days |
| New Books | No limit | 3 weeks |
| Audio Books | No limit | 3 weeks |
| Compact Discs | 8 | 3 weeks |
| Downloadable Audiobooks** | Varies | Varies |
| Downloadable eBooks** | Varies | Varies |
| All other materials | No limit | 3 weeks |
Express Reads items cannot be renewed or placed on hold. All other Cecil County Public Library items, except for downloadables, can be renewed up to 10 times, unless the item is on hold for another patron. InterLibrary loans can be renewed only once.
*Must be at least 18 years old.
**These items are checked out through the Maryland Digital eLibrary and OneClick Digital. More information can be found by clicking on the links.
Overdue Fines and Charges
| ITEM | FINE | MAXIMUM FINE / FEE |
|---|---|---|
| Express Reads | $1 / Day | $5.00 |
| Children's Items | 10¢ / Day | $2.00 |
| Adult Items | 20¢ / Day | $5.00 |
| Compact Disc | 20¢ / Day | $5.00 |
| DVDs and Video Games |
$1 / Day | $5.00 |
| Damaged or Lost Items | Cost+$5.00 each | Cost+$5.00 each |
| Photocopies | 20¢ / Copy | |
| Out of State Resident Fee | $35.00 / Year | |
| Lost Card Replacement Fee | $2.00 |
Book drops are provided for your convenience. To guarantee same day check-in, materials must be returned inside when the library is open. Fines are charged for each calendar day past due whether or not the library is open.
