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Confidentiality of Library Records Policy
Date Adopted:
September 15, 2004
Purpose:
To ensure that all records relating to patron registration and the subsequent use of and circulation by patrons of materials provided by the Library are considered confidential in nature.
References:
24 PA. Cons. Stat. Sec. 4428: Library circulation records
American Library Association, Code of Ethics, Section III
American Library Association, Confidentiality of Library Records Policy (52.4)
American Library Association, Privacy: an Interpretation of the Library Bill of Rights
Statement of Policy:
- The Board of Trustees of Peoples Library specifically recognizes the confidentiality of records related to circulation of Library materials that contain the names or other personally identifying details regarding the users of the Library in accordance with Pennsylvania law: 24 Pa. Cons. Stat. Sec. 4428.
- The Board of Trustees supports the concept of intellectual freedom and the right of each citizen, regardless of age, to free access to information without fear of intimidation or recrimination. The Library’s confidentiality policy safeguards the first amendment and privacy right of Library users. The Library advises employees, volunteers, and patrons that all Library records that contain names or other personally identifying details regarding the users of the Library are confidential.