{"id":667,"date":"2026-01-08T14:42:27","date_gmt":"2026-01-08T20:42:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.harrisontest.lib.ms.us\/?page_id=667"},"modified":"2026-03-31T11:52:05","modified_gmt":"2026-03-31T16:52:05","slug":"faq","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.harrisontest.lib.ms.us\/index.php\/faq\/","title":{"rendered":"FAQ"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;10px||||false|false&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;|auto||auto|false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.5&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_heading title=&#8221;FAQ&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.5&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; link_font=&#8221;||||on||||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><strong>How do I obtain a library card?<\/strong><br \/><span>You will need to complete a registration form and provide photo identification and verification of your current address. \u00a0Forms of address verification may include a bill, such as a power or phone bill. Library cards issued to youths ages 5 through 17 years of age require a legal guardian\u2019s signature.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; link_font=&#8221;||||on||||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><strong>What if I am not from this area?<\/strong><br \/><span>A Limited fee-paid nonresident card can be issued.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; link_font=&#8221;||||on||||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><strong>Who is responsible for the materials checked out on my card?<\/strong><br \/><span>The name that the Harrison County Library card is issued under is responsible for\u00a0<\/span><span>ALL<\/span><span> materials that are borrowed under that card. This includes all fines and bills associated with the card. To avoid problems, patrons should only check out their own materials on their card and not others.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; link_font=&#8221;||||on||||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><strong>Can I use my card at any library?<\/strong><br \/><span>Your library card may be used at all member libraries of the Harrison County Library System.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; link_font=&#8221;||||on||||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><strong>What kind of materials can I borrow from the library?<\/strong><br \/><span>You can borrow books, large print books, books on tape, videos, DVDS, and CDs.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; link_font=&#8221;||||on||||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><strong>What if the materials I want are not at your location?<\/strong><br \/><span>If the materials are at another location, you can request that these materials be sent to the library nearest you. If they are not in the system at all, you may make an Inter-Library Loan Request.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; link_font=&#8221;||||on||||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><strong>Is there a limit on the number of items I can borrow?<\/strong><br \/><span>The first time you use a new card, you are limited to 2 items. Other limits may apply; contact your local branch for more information.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; link_font=&#8221;||||on||||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><strong>How long can I keep the library materials I borrow?<\/strong><br \/><span>The library has loan periods that vary from 7 to 14 days. A receipt is given at checkout with the due date. Please be sure to check these prior to leaving the library in case you have any questions.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; link_font=&#8221;||||on||||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><strong>What if I forget to bring my card?<\/strong><br \/><span>A library card is necessary to check out any materials from the library. The cost of replacement is $2.00.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; link_font=&#8221;||||on||||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><strong>What if I move and\/or change my phone number?<\/strong><br \/><span>All changes should be reported to the Library. Contact any one of the Harrison County Libraries by phone or in person.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; link_font=&#8221;||||on||||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><strong>Can I place an online request for materials from home?<\/strong><br \/><span>Yes. To make a request, click the button \u201cRequest item\u201d and fill out the appropriate information, or you may call any of the member libraries and place a request.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; link_font=&#8221;||||on||||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><b>C<\/b><strong>an I renew materials? By Phone? Online?<\/strong><br \/><span>Most items can be renewed if they are not overdue and if there are no holds for them. You can renew by phone by calling any member library. Please have available your library card and the item barcode number for the materials you wish to renew. You can renew items individually or all the items you have charged, provided there are no holds, and it is a renewable item. \u00a0Or log in to your account through the library catalog.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; link_font=&#8221;||||on||||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><strong>Will I be notified if my materials are late?<\/strong><br \/><span>Notices are sent out to remind patrons of overdue materials.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; link_font=&#8221;||||on||||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><strong>Do I have to pay a fine if my materials are late?<\/strong><br \/><span>Yes, the library has the following fine rates:<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.5&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; link_font=&#8221;||||on||||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<table border=\"1\" style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 33.3333%;\"><strong>Type of Material<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 33.3333%;\"><strong>Amount of Fine Per Day<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 33.3333%;\"><strong>Maximum Per Item1<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 33.3333%;\">Items other than visuals<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 33.3333%;\">10 cents<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 33.3333%;\">$5.00<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 33.3333%;\">Visuals<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 33.3333%;\">$1.00<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 33.3333%;\">$5.00<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 33.3333%;\">Maximum fine for all overdue items with the same due date<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 33.3333%;\">$20.00<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 33.3333%;\"><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; link_font=&#8221;||||on||||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><strong>Where can I return the items I borrowed?<\/strong><br \/><span>All materials may be returned to any of the Harrison County Libraries.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; link_font=&#8221;||||on||||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><b>W<\/b><strong>hat if I lose or damage something?<\/strong><br \/><span>You are responsible for the replacement cost. Contact your library for costs.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; link_font=&#8221;||||on||||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><strong>What if I can\u2019t get to the library while it is open?<\/strong><br \/><span>For your convenience, each location has an exterior book drop.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; link_font=&#8221;||||on||||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><strong>What if my library card is lost or stolen?<\/strong><br \/><span>The loss or theft of a library card should be reported to the Library as soon as possible. Contact any of the Harrison County Libraries by phone or in person. Your card will be disabled. 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