Won't people just check things out and never return them?

“No fines” does not mean “no responsibility”. If your item is overdue for more than 3 weeks, then the item will be assumed lost and you will be charged the full replacement cost of the item. Your card privileges may be suspended until you return the item or pay the replacement cost.

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1. Why eliminate fines?
2. Will everything be fine-free?
3. What if I have old overdue fines on my account?
4. What if I have fines from another library?
5. Won't people just check things out and never return them?
6. Will there still be due dates?
7. Will I still receive reminders about returning materials?
8. What about hold times? Will I have to wait forever for my item?
9. What happens if someone doesn’t return their items?
10. I have an item that I’m being charged for as “lost”. Can I still bring it back?
11. Won't this affect the library's budget?
12. Have other libraries eliminated late fines?
13. I like to give a little donation to the library if I return my items late. May I still do that?