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Fines and Fees


Schedule of fees for overdue materials and lost library cards

Overdue Fines and Library Card Fees
Overdue Fines Daily Maximum
for books, CDs, books on tape, magazines, etc. $0.10 $5.00
for videos (DVD, VCD, VHS) $1.00 $5.00
for seniors (65 and over), except for videos $0.05 $5.00
for children and young adults (0-17 years) No fines No fines
Library Cards Fee
California residents Free
Visitors from outside California $10.00
Replacement cards for adults $1.00
Replacement cards for children and young adults $0.50
Reserves Free

If materials are returned past their due date, overdue fines must be paid. Children and young adults (0-17 years) using their own library cards are not charged overdue fines. Replacement cost and a non-refundable processing fee of $5.00 will be charged for each item not returned.
Please see the Library Fines and Fees Ordinance for details about all fines and fees.

MasterCard or Visa is accepted only at the Main Library for fines and fees. Please report a lost or stolen library card immediately by calling Borrower Services at (415) 557-4363, at the Main Library, or your neighborhood branch library.

Residents of California with identification may obtain a free library card. Visitors from outside of California may obtain a card for $10. The Visitor Card is valid for 3 months and may be renewed with an additional $10 fee. Find out more about getting a library card.


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