We will accept a new or like new copy of an exact edition of a book that the patron themselves lost. Then waive their replacement fee from their record.
Amie S. Pifer
CMU Library
Ph: 989-774-3031
Fax: 989-774-2145
pifer1as_at_cmich.edu
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Subject: [ACQNET-L] Library users purchasing your replacement copies?
Hi,
I was curious to know if (acacemic) libraries allow users to purchase replacement copies for lost or damaged books.
In my experience, purchases for the library collection are generally only permitted by those who are authorized to make purchases library materials. Allowing library users to buy books seems to authorize all library users to purchase library materials. Or, is it that the original copy purchased is key in such cases, which probably was purchased by the library?
If you do accept replacement copies purchased by users, what kind of audit trail do you create in your system? Is it a 'gift?' Or, if you charge a processing fee, do you enter just that amount in the order record/bib record as a note?
Thanks,
Reeta
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Reeta Sinha
Coordinator, Resource Development & Services
Wilson Library, University of La Verne
La Verne, CA 91750
rsinha_at_laverne.edu
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