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Other Library Policies

Book Drop - A book drop is located on the left hand side outside the main entrance to the Library. Use the book drop to return library books when the Library is closed.

Change - The Library has no change machine nor does it provide change.

Carrel maintenance - Students are expected to keep their carrels clean and tidy. Items are not to be nailed or glued to the carrels. Such items include hooks, stickers, double-sided tape - these are hard to remove and clean. Posters, pictures and other materials are not to be posted on the outside of the carrels. The Library is not responsible for any items left unattended in the carrels.

Cell Phones - Cell phones should be set to ring in "silent" mode and a conversation should be carried on in areas that will not disturb others. (Law Student Guide to Library Services Fall 2004 20 G).

Copyright Compliance - Users copying or downloading materials are responsible for complying with applicable intellectual property law, including U.S. Copyright Law.
Dangerous and Incendiary Items - Firearms or other deadly weapons, explosives and/or explosive devices, or other dangerous devices are not permitted in the Library building. Incendiary or other smoke-producing items are not permitted in the Library.

Disruptive Behavior - Persons exhibiting disruptive behavior will be asked to cease that behavior, leave the premises and / or be denied future access to the library. Disruptive behavior includes making excessive noise that disrupts the use of the Library by others, being belligerent and / or violent, offensive body odor, verbal or physical abuse, intimidation, or harassment on account of race, ethnic or national background, gender or sexual orientation.

Food, Drink, Plants, Tobacco, Pets - Food, drinks, plants, tobacco products, cooking/boiling appliances and pets are not permitted in the Library. Any such items found in the library will be confiscated. Only approved closed beverage containers will be allowed. Exception: assistant animals for the handicapped or disabled.

Lost or Misplaced Property - Please see the Circulation Desk for any lost or misplaced property.

Mutilation/Damage/Concealment of Library Materials - Library users are asked to treat the library materials with care. To extend the life of the materials, please avoid the following:

- use of post-its in the library books
- writing or underlining in the books
- leaving paper clips in the books
- handling the books with dirty hands
- spilling coffee or other beverages on the materials
- using library books to prop up furniture or other heavy items

Users engaging in vandalizing, altering or damaging the Library building and/or its furniture or equipment, including computer systems, networks, programs or data, are in violation of Hawai`i State Law and will be prosecuted to the full extent of that law.
Library materials must not be concealed in the Law Library (in foot lockers, other containers, rooms, shelves) for the exculsive use of individuals or groups.

Posting Notices - Prior approval from the librarians is required to post any notices in the Library. Notices are posted on the board in the Reference Area next to the ramp leading to the carrel area. Only Law School-related notices may be put on the board. (Law Student Guide to Library Services Fall 2004).

Re-shelving Library Materials - Please re-shelve all library material you have used but have not checked out. This ensures that the books are accessible to other library users. Materials may also be placed on the re-shelving tables.

Security - Please report any emergency or suspicious behavior to the Circulation Desk immediately. If you need an escort to your car, please call Campus Security's escort services at 956-8211.

Telephones and Messages - The Library's telephones are for library staff use. Students may use the phone in the Computer Lab. The library does not convey messages to or page students and other library users unless it is an emergency.

Theft - Library users are advised not to leave any personal belongings unattended for any length of time anywhere in the Library. Thefts of books, personal items, and computer equipment have occured in the past. Users are responsible for their personal property. Library materials, equipment or property must not be taken from the library building without proper checkout or authorization. Library personnel may require that a patron display the contents of his/her bag before he/she exits the Library.

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