Do you ever get caught having to pay Library fees for late or overdue books, other materials from your local library?
How much does your Library charge for late fees?
I heard on the news yesterday that Capt. Sullenburger (sp?) had informed his local Library in California that he had lost one of their books which was on the airplane with him when the plane he was in command of hit some birds and he had to make a surprise crash landing in the waters of New York several weeks ago in which he and all the passengers survived thanks to his quick thinking and expertise in piloting that plane.
The Library has forgiven all the late fees in regards to this book, and agreed to replace the book, and they have also put a plaque with the book in honor of Capt. Sullenburger's heroics.
That was very nice and understanding of this Library in this situation, I think.
Every now and then I do read some horror stories of people in other communities / situations, though, who have overdue fees and they have been treated horribly - sometimes even arrested.
I try never to always return books when they are due, if possible, and never to have late fees, which by themselves can add up very quickly if left unattended for too long.