Library Policies

Library Cards

Anyone may apply for a Vermilion Parish Library Card.
Your first library card is free. Proof of address, a valid phone number and a reference are required.
Vermilion Parish library users’ first card is free; afterwards there is a $1.00 charge per card for the next five (5) replacement cards. After five replacement cards, cards will cost $3.00 per card.
Parents must sign for children and assume responsibility for the items the child checks out.
Library cards should be treated as credit cards. They should be carried with you at all times and reported missing at once if lost or stolen.
Patrons assume responsibility for all use of their card.
Library cards must be renewed every three years by providing current address and telephone number.
Library cards are required for computer use.
Patrons cannot share library cards.

Children

Children from birth to age 14 are issued their own library cards. A child’s parent, grandparent or legal guardian must apply for the card. No one other than the parent, step-parent, grandparent or legal guardian can make the application. Proof of guardian may be required. Children birth-age 14 need parental signature to obtain a library card.

Adults

Individuals age 15 and older may obtain a library card on their own recognizance. Proof of current address, a valid phone number and a reference are required. Application for the card must be made in person.

Adopted August 8, 2012 by the Vermilion Parish Library Board of Control.