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Fines

Fines and billing charges are assessed to encourage prompt return of materials. Fines apply all days and all hours, even if the library is closed.

for standard loans (3 days or more):

There is a four-day grace period. On the fifth day the charge will be $2.50.

1-20 days

$.50/day

21 days overdue

$20 billing charge, non-refundable, plus a replacement cost ($75 - $125)

Reserve Materials and loans of less than 3 days:

After due

$2.50 1st hour then $.50/hour to $30 maximum

57+ hours overdue

$30 billing charge, non-refundable, plus a replacement cost ($75 - $125)

Please note: Reserve materials must be returned to the Reserve Desk where checked out.

Payment of Fines

Use our secure server to pay your fines with Visa or Mastercard. (https://www.lib.washington.edu/services/borrow/fines/payfines.html) Your account will be credited by 5 pm the next business day. For phone payment, call 206-543-1174.

In Person

Library Cashier’s Office, first floor, Suzzallo Library, Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm (Closed Sat., Sun., & Holidays)

By Mail

Make check or money order payable to "University of Washington" and mail to:

Library Cashier
Suzzallo Library
UW Libraries
Box 352900
Seattle, WA 98195-2900

The Library Cashier accepts cash, check, Visa and Mastercard. For questions about billing or to appeal a charge, contact the billing library unit.

For the complete text of the UW Libraries Loan Code and Circulation Policies, see www.lib.washington.edu/about/policies.

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Last modified: Tuesday February 07 2006 (sjm2)