Reserve items and audiovisual materials are loaned for periods ranging from two hours to seven days. Loan periods for books are listed below. All materials are subject to recall after ten days if a member of the Lehigh community requests an item that is currently on loan. Reference materials and unbound journals must be used in the library. If materials are required for a longer period they must be brought in to the library and recharged in person.
Fines begin to accumulate the day after an item is due.
However, if material is returned or renewed within a 5-day grace period, no fines are charged. After the 5-day grace period the full fine is assessed. Reserve items, audiovisual materials and equipment, and recalled items carry larger fines. Notices Overdue notices are sent as a courtesy to remind borrowers of the due date of the materials they have borrowed. Prompt attention to notices will prevent overdue fines from accumulating.