Library Policies

  • Library Cards are free to Scotland County Residents with proof of residency.
  • If you have just moved to Scotland County and the address on your ID is incorrect, you may bring piece of mail for proof. 
  • If you lose your library card before it expires, there will be a $2 replacement fee.
  • Children between the ages of 6 and 17 must have parental permission to obtain a library card.
  • Nonresidents of Scotland County may obtain a library card for $5 annually.
  • Nonresidents of NC may obtain a library card for $25 annually.
  • You must have your library card or library card number to check out materials or access the computer. Your number cannot be given to you. 
  • You are responsible for materials checked out on your card. Anyone who presents your card is free to check out materials. If your card is lost or stolen, contact us immediately to protect your account.
  • If you have a change in address, please let us know.
  • Internet access is free with a SCML library card as long as there are no fines associated with the card. 
  • Children must be 13 years or older to access the computer independently. 
  • Guest passes for internet access are available for $1 for 30 minutes.
  • Books and Audiobooks have a loan period of 3 weeks. If returned late, a fine will accrue of $0.25 a day.
  • DVDs have a loan period of 5 days. Only adults can check out DVDs. If returned late, a fine will accrue of $1.00 a day. 
  • Fines will not be charged for holidays when the library is closed. 
  • Customers will be charged a $10 processing fee for each item damaged or lost. This is in addition to the replacement cost of the damaged or lost item.