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Powhatan County Public Library Cards A library card opens the doors to a wealth of information, entertainment and services - and there's no charge to get one! Do you want to put your hands on the latest bestsellers without breaking the bank, or track down other books in a series you've just discovered? Are your children clammoring for more books, or do you have a reluctant reader who might enjoy complete audiobooks instead? The Powhatan County Public Library has all this, and more. Just stop by the library and fill out a card application. It's fast and it's easy. Then explore the 54,000 titles we have to offer, in book, audio or video formats. If we don't have what you want, we can usually get it. You will have access to high-speed Internet and reputable electronic databases. Our wireless network allows you quick access from your own laptop. Bring the kids for fun-filled storytimes and sign-up early for our jam-packed summer reading program. Need fax or copier service, or proctoring for independent study exams? Powhatan County Public Library is the place. Are you still there? Don't wait another minute. Explore the community gem that is the Powhatan County Public Library! Update your library card For your protection, periodically the Powhatan County Public Library requires that you update your card. This guarantees your address, phone number and e-mail address are correct. You may need to update your card in person before you will be allowed to reserve or renew library materials or view your patron record online. Please stop by our library to update your card. Generally, it takes less than five minutes to update your card. Be sure to bring your library card along with you. Borrowing terms The maximum number of items that one cardholder may have checked out at any time are 20 items. All Library materials circulate for 14 days. Most items can be renewed three times, while high demand items cannot be renewed. Fines and Fees Overdues          Book or other material 5 cents per day       Transaction maximum (one-time) $5 Library Cards Free       Replacement $.50 Inter-library loan Free       Overdue item 5 cents per day Copying/printing          Photocopy 1st 5 free; 5 cents each additional page       Computer $.15 per page Lost or Damaged         Book, periodical, audiobook         (tape or CD), video, DVD Varies        Audio, single, from set (tape or CD) $6 Processing $7.50       Book jacket $.50       Barcode $.25       Audio/Video case $.75       Plastic hang-up bags $.75 Confidentiality Statement The Powhatan County Public Library supports every patron's right to have his or her library records remain confidential. Library records include patron registration data, circulation records, overdue and reserve records, records of participation in library-sponsored programs, record of library visits, and/or any data that contain information linking the patron to specific materials or services used. Each patron over the age of 18 has individual control over his or her borrower's card. Presentation of the card or appropriate identification permits access to information about the borrower's current circulation record. Except during the actual period of transaction (circulation, maintenance of record on unpaid fines, reservation of materials), the library will not maintain a record of transactions. When no longer needed for library administration purposes, records will be expunged.    In compliance with Virginia Code 2.1-34217, no information will be released to any person, agency, or organization, except in response to a valid court order or subpoena, properly presented to the library director.  Nothing in this policy shall prevent authorized library personnel from using library records in the administration of their regular duties. Adopted by the Powhatan County Library Board of Trustees 07/12/06 Updated 07/12/06.