Here are answers to some of the frequently asked questions we receive:
To receive a library card you can fill out an application in person at any Los Angeles Public Library location, or download the application form , fill it out and bring it in to any location, or pre-register over the Internet by visiting the Library's Web Pre-Registration Page. If you pre-register on the web, you have 30 days to pick up your library card at any library location. Library cards are free for California residents.
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When you accept the terms of service for the wireless network, you should be taken to a page that has a link for (temporarily) installing a wireless printing client. This page can be accessed at http://m.lapl.org/wireless. You can also go to the branch page of the branch you are at, and click on the "Wireless Printing" link under Resources & Services on the right-side of the page. Illustrated instructions (in PDF format) can be found here.
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Click Here to reserve a computer. You will need to have a LAPL library card, and can reserve up to nine days in advance for a maximum of two sessions daily (depending on availability).
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You may renew items over the Web by accessing Your Library Record or in person at any of the Library’s 72 branches or at the Central Library. You can also renew your items by telephone, 24 hours a day, by calling the toll-free number: (888) 577-5275. If you are outside the toll-free area, dial (213) 623-9930.
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Use the Change of Address form to update your contact information.
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You must have photo identification with your name and current address. Identification can be a California driver's license or an ID card issued by the DMV. If you don't have a driver's license or ID card, then present two of the following, one of which must be a photo ID and one of which must have your current address: Passport, school ID card, other government issued photo ID, employee ID card, printed personal check, credit card statement, rental or property tax receipt, or business mail with current postmark.
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Residents of the City of Los Angeles can get an e-Card by registering online.
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An e-Card provides access to online databases and downloadable e-media only. In addition to complete online access, full service cards can also be used to check out and place holds on regular items, and is valid for the computer reservation system. Patrons who already have a full service library card do not need an e-Card.
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You can access Your Library Account in either the traditional catalog or the enhanced catalog. You will be required to enter your library card number and PIN (last four digits of phone number). In the enhanced catalog, you can also log on using a personalized username and password (EZ Log on).
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You can pay your fines online by credit card after logging on to Your Library Account and selecting “Fines, Fees, and Lost Material”. Online payments incur an additional $1.50 service fee per payment.
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Renewing your library card requires visiting the library and providing photo identification with your name and current address.
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You can use our interactive map to search for libraries in your area.
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Depending on your device and the e-material format, there are several e-Media collections available. More Information, and help links for each service, can be found here.
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