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		tjs8rj on Oct 6, 2021 \| parent \| context \| favorite \| on: New York Public Library ends all late fees Missing is a reason to return the book promptly, or to avoid getting it lost, or to avoid stealing books. Why not just cap fees are the value of the book replacement?

pjerem on Oct 6, 2021 [–]

The solution here is better, as i've read above. You are still charged for late fees but they are canceled/refunded as soon as you return the book.

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