Henderson County Public Libraries Go Fine Free

Effective July 1st, 2021: Henderson County Public Library no longer charges late fines for overdue library materials.  

• Checkout limits and borrowing periods have not changed. Library users should continue to return items on time to avoid charges for lost materials and to ensure library materials are available for all to use.  
• Library users are still responsible for replacement cost of items that are lost or damaged. 
• Reminders will continue to be sent for materials that are due to be returned or overdue. Items not returned within 30 days of the due date will be considered lost and your account will be billed for the replacement of the items.  

Why did the Library decide to eliminate late fines? 

• Library fines create a barrier that discourages people from using the library. 
• Eliminating late fines provides equitable access to everyone in our community.  
• The library encourages anyone who may still have overdue library materials at home to return them with no penalty on their account.  

Will the Library still charge fees? 

• Yes, fees are different than fines.  
• The library will continue to charge fees for replacement library cards, non- resident library cards, prints and copies, test proctoring, and lost or damaged library materials.