Library Card Policy
Library cards are free to anyone who lives or works in Maryland and to anyone with a valid card from any of the following libraries: District of Columbia; Cities of Alexandria and Falls Church; and Arlington, Fairfax, Loudoun, and Prince William Counties in Virginia. Proof of name and address required.
Out of State residents may obtain a card for a one-time fee of $40.00.
To obtain a library card, registrants must produce photo identification and proof of their current address. Examples of acceptable proof of address include, but are not limited to, personal checks with name and address, bills that reflect name and address, or a signed lease agreement that shows name and address.
If no proof of address is available, a registrant may receive a card and check out 3 items. Upon their next visit or within 60 days, whichever comes first, the individual must present proof of address or the account will be removed from the system. Cards expire if not used in 2 years.
A person under the age of 12 is eligible for a children’s library card and must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian to obtain one. The parent or legal guardian must provide proper proof of address.
Library cardholders are responsible for lost or damaged materials, and parents/guardians are responsible for all materials borrowed on a children’s library card.
Revised policy approved by the Board of Trustees of Frederick County Public Libraries on 9/6/17. Revised 9/4/19, 9/6/23. Reaffirmed 9/4/24.