Interlibrary Loan Requests and Purchase Suggestions

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There is a fee only if the lending library charges one. We always try to request materials from libraries that do not charge fees. We will borrow from a library that charges a fee only if you authorize us to do so. Fees are due and payable when you pick up the materials.

We attempt to borrow all materials with the exception of eBooks, downloadable audio files, reference materials, and textbooks. Many participating libraries will not lend their non-print items, such as DVDs and CDs, or genealogical materials. Participating libraries keep titles in high demand for the use of their patrons and will not lend an item that is less than one year old.

We strive to fill requests within four to six weeks, but time can vary depending on the lending library.

Most Leon County Public Library cardholders are eligible to request an interlibrary loan. We cannot process school-related items for current FSU, FAMU, or TCC students. These patrons should go to their school libraries to request items. Interlibrary loans will not be checked out to patrons with overdue materials or outstanding fines.

Each patron may have five active requests at one time. Requests are active until completed and updated as closed by interlibrary loan staff. In order to process requests in a timely manner, we are unable to request the same title for the same patron within a six-month period.

No, interlibrary loans cannot be renewed. To have the most time with your request, please pick up your interlibrary loan requests as soon as possible after notification.

Call the Leon County Main library at 850-606-2665 and ask for interlibrary loans.

Patrons will be expected to pay the replacement cost of unreturned or damaged items as determined by the lending library's policies.