Does the library charge late fines?
Does the library charge replacement fees?
Answer
The Cabrillo College Library and the Watsonville Integrated Learning Center are fine-free and no longer charge for overdue items that are returned.
Please note: If you have significantly overdue items, they may be subject to a fee to cover the cost of replacing them.
Q: What about my existing fines?
A: The library has waived and forgiven all overdue fines! You can verify your $0 balance by checking your account.
Note: If you have significantly overdue items, some may have been subject to a fee to cover the cost of replacing them.
Q: Will the library be charging overdue fines for textbook reserves?
A: Nope! We hope this encourages more students to use the free textbooks that the library offers.
Note: If you have significantly overdue items, they may be subject to a fee to cover the cost of replacing them.
Q: I’m a professor who has lent textbooks to the library for student use and I have questions about my items. Who should I contact?
A: Rebecca Heine will be happy to help! She can be reached at reheine@cabrillo.edu
Q: I have a very overdue item and I’ve been charged a replacement fee for it. If I return it, can I get a refund?
A: Yes! Exceptions may apply for significantly overdue items.
Q: What about overdue fines for calculators?
A: There will be no overdue fines for calculators, though we greatly appreciate their timely return so that other students can use them.
Note: Significantly overdue calculators may be subject to fees to cover the cost of replacing them. This fee will typically be forgiven if you return the calculator.
Q: Who can I contact with questions about fines and replacement fees?
A: Visit the library or connect with librarians via Ask a Librarian!