Library Fines

In accordance with Washington Administrative Code 504-41-055, all material checked out from the WSU Libraries is subject to fines and fees if late, lost, or damaged, up to and including replacement costs and service charges.

Have questions about fines you may currently have on your library or MyWSU account? Fill out the Library Fines Questions Form, and Access Services will research the issue and get back to you.

Books (Including Summit and ILL)

Overdue fine of $.50 per day to maximum overdue fine of $10. At max, a bill is sent adding a $15.00 service charge and $100 replacement fee. ILL books are billed with a replacement fee of $200.

Bound Journals/Media Material

Overdue fine of $2.00 per day to maximum overdue fine of $20.00. At max, a bill is sent adding a $15.00 service charge and $300 replacement fee.

Laptops and Chargers

Overdue fine of $5.00 per hour to a maximum overdue fine of $20. At max, a bill is sent adding a $15 service charge and $500 laptop replacement cost.

Reserves – 2 hour

Overdue fine of $2.00 per hour to a maximum overdue fine of $20.  At max, a bill is sent adding a $15.00 service charge and $100 replacement fee.

Reserves – 1 day, 3 day, and 7 day items

Overdue fine of $2.00 per day to maximum overdue fine of $20.00. At max, a bill is sent adding a $15.00 service charge and $100 replacement fee.

Miscellaneous (equipment, markers, etc.)

Fines and other charges vary. Please direct your questions to Library Fines Questions Form