Conduct within and Around the Library Rules:
For the safety, comfort and convenience of all of our patrons, the Board of the Desert Foothills Library Association has established the following rules:

1. Loud talking, running, public displays of affection or otherwise disturbing behaviors are prohibited.
2. Smoking is prohibited in all areas of the library including the restrooms.
3. Food and drink are permitted in the public areas of the library; however, any damage to library property incurred by a user that are the direct result of eating or drinking in the library will be the responsibility of that person.
4. Illegal drugs, controlled substances, firearms or weapons of any kind are prohibited in any area of the library and its property.
5. Appropriate attire, including shirts and shoes, must be worn in the library.
6. Vandalism of library property will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.
7. Verbal or physical abuse of patrons and/or staff is a criminal offense and will be prosecuted as provided by the law.
8. Parents or legal guardians will be held responsible for the acts and conduct of minor children. Children under the age of 10 must be accompanied by a care-giving adult. No child is to be left unsupervised in any part of the library or its property by the care-giving adult.

Penalties:

Penalties are imposed by the Director of the Library or designated staff members. They include, but are not limited to:

1. Requests to stop disruptive behavior;
2. Ejection from the library;
3. Restriction or denial of library services;
4. Restitution for damages; and
5. Prosecution under the law.

Approved by the DFLA Board May 1998, Revised February 2004