The fine for any adult book, audio cassette, compact disc, recording, map, CD-ROM, or pamphlet checked out by adults is 20 per item per day. The fine for any youth book, audio cassette, compact disc, recording, or CD-ROM is 5 per item per day. The fine for any adult materials checked out by youth is 5 per item per day. The fine for all videocassettes is 20 per day. Initial Adult Library Cards are free for those who live within the city limits of Austin.
Nonresident cards are valid for one year from date of purchase.
Nonresident ACC students and faculty, and nonresident customers of Austin Energy are eligible for subsidized Nonresident Cards. Group Library Cards are available for educational, nonprofit, or service groups. For more information, please inquire at any Austin Public Library location or call the Library Customer Service Office at 499-7402.