Fine Free – Clark Public Library

28 day books & audiobooks will still have due dates.
All items can be renewed one time unless someone places a reserve.
Previous late fines will not be waived at this time.
If an item is not returned, a patron will receive a 45-day overdue notice fee of $5.
After 60 days, the cost of the book plus a $5 service charge to replace the item will be added.
For any questions please email librarians@clarklibrary.org or call 732-388-5999.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will there still be due dates?
- Yes, the books will still be due in 28 days. If a renewal is placed on the item then the due date will be 28 days from the renewal date.
Will the library waive my outstanding fines from previous late items?
- We are not waiving any previous fines at this time.
What happens when an item isn’t returned?
- All 28 day loan period books are currently fine free at this time. If any item becomes overdue after 45 days, the patron will be charged a $5 overdue fee per item that will not be waived. After 60 days the cost of the book plus a $5 service charge to replace the item will be added. Fine-free books do not include overdue fines on materials owned by other libraries, nor does it include replacement fees for any lost or damaged items.
Which items will still have late fees?
- See chart below:

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