You didn’t know that the items were not returned until you tried to use a printer at the facility. Banned from using equipment until items have been returned. She came home and found the items on a shelf and brought them back to the library. Melinda did not pay the fine, and it ended up escalating into an arrest warrant.
She only became aware of the arrest when her boss informed her of the news. When her boss told her about the mandate, she laughed and didn’t think it was impossible. But his boss was very serious and assured him it wasn’t a joke.
It is the policy of the Library to notify patrons of overdue items by means of communication chosen by the person. The library is expected to notify the customer by registered mail if items are not returned three months late and will be reported stolen.
Melissa said she did not receive calls because she changed her address and contact details to avoid an abusive partner. She also went to a shelter for women victims of domestic violence.
Melinda is in a legal battle to clear her file with the library and the authorities so that she can return to her job. The maximum sentence for his indictment is 93 days in prison and a fine of up to $500.
