Appeal Fines and Fees

At times a library patron may wish to dispute a library charge such as overdue fines, recall fines, lost, damaged or missing items. The patron should first speak with the supervisor on duty. If the problem is not resolved the patron may fill out an appeal form. Appeal forms are available online and at the Circulation Desk. All appeals forms must be filled out completely and accurately. Please submit any documentation that will help the Appeals Board make its decision.

Appeals Board

The Appeals Board is comprised of a three librarians and/or staff members from the various divisions of the library and the Head of Access Services. The Appeals Board meets once a month (only if there are enough appeals to be heard).

Notification

The Appeals Board will convene and discuss each appeal. The board will make a decision and a decision form will be sent to the patron with the verdict.

An asterisk(*) denotes a required field.

Patron Information

Full Name:*

Student ID Number or Barcode Number:*

Street address:*

City:*

State:

Zip Code*

Telephone number:*

E-mail Address:*

Appeal Information

Please choose the reason for appealing the library charges:*

First Appeal:*

Reappeal:*

Please write a brief statement on why you are appealing. Give the reason why you are appealing, all relevant dates, and any other information relative to this appeal.*