Why spouse gets denied library access

Question

I lost a few children's books I borrowed from library and must admit I procrastinated replacing them. I have accrued some fines and when the library called me about it I did say I'll take care of it.

My spouse, who has separate account in the library, was recently denied usage of her library card. She was dealt with rather rudely and was asked to assure that she will take care of the misplaced books. When she gave no such assurance on my behalf, they refused to let her borrow (even though they admitted there were no such policies).

My wife feels insulted, and I am mad too. Can the library penalize her for no fault of hers? If my wife takes the library to court, would she have a case?

Answer 1

All my kids and my wife have different accounts with our local library, but all are linked together by the telephone number. If someone defaults in the house, all the accounts are frozen until the matter is made right. What lawsuit are you considering? And more importantly, why? The library is the victim here, not your family.

Answer 2

if they are saying there are no such policies I would think they have no ground to stand on. I don't know about taking it to court, are you really going to want to go back in the library after you've sued them. I would maybe try reasoning with them again and if you haven't gone to a higher authority at the library, maybe do that before getting involved with lawers and court, its just a lot of money to spend and to be honest I don't personally feel its worth it. good luck though, I'm sure it is beyond annoying to deal with.

Answer 3

It's amazing to me that someone would consider taking a public Free library to court ( never mind when that family is in the wrong to start)

So many people, children, families use this service WHO do you think is paying for it? That would be the people in the town who PAY tax to that town. And lovely Unselfish people who donate to help educate.

I'm sorry but you really should be ashamed of yourself for thinking such a thing. Have some integrity and pay for the books with a sincere apology.

I'm sorry I'm sure your nice people but put things in perspective here!

Answer 4

There is no universal law governing the administration of libraries.

Answer 5

If you're truly thinking of taking it to court, I would get a consultation to see if you have a chance.  If they admitted there are no policies stating that, you should possilbly talk to the manager there first, unless that's who you guys did talk to.  

Answer 6

I would just perhaps turn the books in? The library was likely wrong to refuse your wife check out of her items.  However--you were AS wrong to not turn your items in in a timely manner.  If you have no intent to turn said items in, I would suggest paying for them--so they can replace them.  The cost of the books--is likely far cheaper then taking the library to court over them denying you check out.  Better luck suing someone else hun~X.

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