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Can a library maintain a file on its patrons that includes a history of materials not returned, fines, damage to books, etc.?

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Can a library maintain a file on its patrons that includes a history of materials not returned, fines, damage to books, etc.?

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• Yes, if there is a need to collect this information. This would normally mean that there must be a policy on why this information is compiled. For example, the information may be used at a later date to revoke borrowing privileges. If there is no later use of the information by the library, then the information should not be compiled.