Overdue fines
| Type of fine | Daily amount per item | Applies to |
|---|---|---|
| Books, etc. (Open Stacks & LASR) | $0.25 | Undergrads (UNLV & other NSHE), OLLI, and Public Borrowers |
| Audio/Visual Items | $1.00 | Undergrads (UNLV & other NSHE) , OLLI, and Public Borrowers |
| Interlibrary Loan | $1.00 | Available to UNLV Users and OLLI Only |
| Leisure Reading | $1.00 | All Users |
| Type of reserve | Amount per item | Applies to |
|---|---|---|
| 2 hour | $1.00 per hour | Available to UNLV Users Only |
| 24 hour | $1.00 per hour | Available to UNLV Users Only |
| 72 hour | $1.00 per hour | Available to UNLV Users Only |
| End of Day | $1.00 per day | Available to UNLV Users Only |
| 1 day | $1.00 per day | Available to UNLV Users Only |
| 3 day | $1.00 per day | Available to UNLV Users Only |
| 7 day | $1.00 per day | Available to UNLV Users Only |
| Anatomical Models | $10.00 per hour | Available to UNLV Users Only |
| Laptops, Tablets, & Cameras | $10.00 per day | Available to UNLV Users Only |
There is NO GRACE PERIOD for overdue items.
Overdue fines continue to accrue on holidays and other days when the library is closed. Books that are returned to a book drop when the library is closed will be checked in, backdated to the last day when the library was open. Books are never due on a day that the library is closed.
Library privileges will be suspended or revoked if users exceed certain thresholds set by the library. Students owing money to the library will be placed on registrar hold, which prevents registration and course changes. Additionally, diplomas and transcripts will be held until the charges have been completely cleared at the library.
Lost items
| Type of replacement | Replacement cost | Processing fee |
|---|---|---|
| Regular | Cost of item or $70.00 | $35.00 |
| Interlibrary Loan | Set by lending library | $35.00 |
| Leisure Reading | $70.00 | $35.00 |
| Anatomical Models | Replacement cost of the model | $35.00 |
| Technology | Replacement cost of the item | $35.00 |
Library policy for lost or damaged items
Library patrons are responsible for library materials checked out to them that have been lost, stolen, or damaged. Borrowers will be billed for the cost of replacing the material and a processing fee. Replacements of library materials purchased by the borrower will not be accepted.
This policy may be appealed under certain rare circumstances and are decided on a case-by-case basis. The review of appeals are led by the Head of Access Services and the Billing Coordinator. Please note that if an appeal is approved, processing fees cannot be waived. If a lost item is returned before it is paid, the bill is canceled and overdue fees may be applied.
Payment of charges
Charges, fines, and fees are to be paid in person or over the phone* at Lied Library. We do not accept cash to pay for fines or fees. You can pay fines and fees with RebelCash, credit or debit card, Google Pay, or Apple Pay.
*Need to pay by phone?
Patrons can now schedule a phone payment appointment through our booking page:
- Pick an available appointment date and time.
- Fill in the form with your name, email, NSHE/library barcode, and preferred phone number.
- Library staff will call you at the scheduled time to process a secure debit/credit card payment by phone.
- Please be available at your selected time; missed appointments may require rebooking.
Debt recovery agency
If the library is unable to collect payment for fines or unreturned materials, your account may be sent to a debt recovery agency. An agency fees of $10 will be added to the amount owed to the Library. Payment for charges and return of missing items is still done directly with the University Libraries. Please, contact the Lied Library Billing Specialist via the Circulation Desk at 702-895-2111
Notices
Notices are emailed out only as a courtesy. UNLV students, faculty, and staff must use their official email address (Rebelmail or UNLVmail). If you do not receive notices you are still responsible for returning library materials and payment of any fines or fees incurred. It is your responsibility to notify the Library of any address changes, so that you may receive notification of overdue materials or fines owed.
If your card is lost or stolen, immediately notify the Libraries circulation desk at 702-895-2111.
Appeals
Fees may be appealed under certain rare circumstances decided on a case-by-case basis.