Beginning Sunday, September 1, your library is fine free!

The North Olympic Library System (NOLS) will no longer charge overdue fines for items returned late, and if you have any existing overdue fines, they’re forgiven.

That doesn’t mean you’re totally off the hook. If an item is lost or damaged, replacement fees still apply.

The library system says the elimination of fines is one part of a comprehensive policy adjustment to improve return rates of library materials.

Keep in mind that customers will not be able to check out any new materials if they have an item that is 14 days or more overdue. An item will be considered lost when it is 21 days overdue, and a bill will be sent.

Fees for lost items will be waived if the item is returned.  Reminder notices about overdue material will be sent more frequently to help get materials returned sooner.