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Getting a Library Card Q & A 
Who is eligible for a free library card?
Patrons eligible for free library service in Madison County include:
Madison County residents
Individuals who own property in Madison County but reside out of county.
Library cards are issued to individuals and are not transferrable among family members or friends.
Any person age 16 and over may register by giving name, address, phone number, place of business or employment and must show one picture I.D. and proof of residence.
Can I get a card if I don't live in Madison County?
Nonresident library cards can be issued to patrons who do not meet residency requirements. The fee for this card is $30.00 per year or $20.00 for 1/2 year and is not refundable.
How old does my child need to be to get his/her own card?
Children are eligible for their own library cards when they reach the age of 5 years.
All applicants age 15 and under must have a parent or legal guardian read and sign the application. Parent must be present. By reading and signing the child’s application, the parent or guardian accepts financial responsibility for all items borrowed on the child’s card. When a parent or guardian applies for a child’s card, the child must be present.
How much does a library card cost?
The original card is free. A library user who has lost his/her card may apply for a new one by showing valid identification and paying a nonrefundable $3.00 replacement charge. Replacement cards are issued free of charge when a patron’s card becomes unusable due to normal wear.
How long is my card valid?
Library cards are valid for one year from date of issue. At the end of that time, cards must be updated in order to extend library privileges. To update the card, a patron must present proper identification.
Services at your Library 
Fax
$1.00 per page to send or receive (includes long distance and toll free numbers)
No International faxes.
Flash Drives
Need to save or store data? Buy a flash drive for $5.00 at any of our five branches.
Meeting Rooms
We have meeting rooms available for nonprofit functions. See the meeting room policy. Call your local branch for more details.
Printing & Copies
Black and white prints are 20¢, color are 50¢. Black and white photocopies are 20¢.
Public Computers
Each branch has a technology lab with public PCs to use during regular business hours.
WiFi
Free during library hours.
Helpful Links 
Continuing Education
Building Skills 4 Work
Digital Learn
Learn to Type
Khanacademy
GCF Learnfree
Government Links
Madison County
State of Mississippi
US Government
Library Resources
Mississippi Library Association (MLA)
Mississippi Digital Library
Internet Public Library
Mississippi Dept. of Archives and History
MLC & the Talking Books Services
Senior Resources
AARP
Benefits Check Up
Family Caregiver Alliance
Meals on Wheels
National Council on Aging
Senior Living Map
SeniorNet
Forms 
Application for Library Card
Application for Library Card (Spanish)
Meeting Room Reservation Form
Policies
Appropriate Use of the Library
Building Rules and Policies
Children-Young Adult-Policy and Procedures
Gift/Donation Policy
Internet Use Policy
Local History Collection Policy
Meeting Room Policy
Proctoring Policy
Proctoring Sites
Get an answer for your questions about renewing material, item check out times, and more.
About the Library 
