Sacramento Public Library
Library function; provider and jurisdiction must be verified.[1]
Source checked October 26, 2026[1]www.saclibrary.org
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Before you start
- Availability · Card renewal — identity and balance requirements
- How do I renew my library card? Call (916) 264-2920 or visit any Sacramento Public Library location to renew your card. You will need your current library card or photo identification, and an account balance of $0.00. If you have concerns about any charges, please call us to discuss any outstanding balances. [4]
- Availability · Overdue returned items versus lost or damaged materials
- Will I be fined if my item is overdue? As of July 1, 2021, Sacramento Public Library is fine free. You will not be charged fines for overdue items that are returned. Cardholders are responsible for lost or damaged materials, and fees may apply. [5]
- Availability · Lost-card report to Sacramento Public Library; liability until notification
- What if I lose my library card? Notify library staff as soon as possible by email or calling (916) 264-2920. You’re responsible for any items checked out using your library card before notifying us that it has been lost or stolen. [6]
Fees
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Forms & documents
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- [1] SACRAMENTO PUBLIC LIBRARY — library services (opens in a new tab)
SACRAMENTO PUBLIC LIBRARY · Official library page — provider identity and services
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Discover what a library card can do through stories of connection, discovery, and belonging from Sacramento Public Library patrons.
- [2] Public Library Administrative Headquarters Directory — live 2025 report (opens in a new tab)
California State Library · Live 2025–26 administrative headquarters report — SACRAMENTO PUBLIC LIBRARY
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SACRAMENTO PUBLIC LIBRARY828 I ST.SACRAMENTO958142508(916) 264-2965(916) 264-2920(916) 264-2855contact@saclibrary.orghttp://www.saclibrary.orgPeterCoylLibrary Director & CEO
- [3] SACRAMENTO PUBLIC LIBRARY — library services (opens in a new tab)
SACRAMENTO PUBLIC LIBRARY · Official library services page — exact library-card instructions link
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Get a Library Card
- [4] SACRAMENTO PUBLIC LIBRARY — library card instructions (opens in a new tab)
SACRAMENTO PUBLIC LIBRARY · Official library card instructions — Card renewal — identity and balance requirements
Source reviewed October 26, 2026View supporting excerpt
How do I renew my library card?Call (916) 264-2920 or visit any Sacramento Public Library location to renew your card. You will need your current library card or photo identification, and an account balance of $0.00. If you have concerns about any charges, please call us to discuss any outstanding balances.
- [5] SACRAMENTO PUBLIC LIBRARY — library card instructions (opens in a new tab)
SACRAMENTO PUBLIC LIBRARY · Official library card instructions — Overdue returned items versus lost or damaged materials
Source reviewed October 26, 2026View supporting excerpt
Will I be fined if my item is overdue?As of July 1, 2021, Sacramento Public Library is fine free. You will not be charged fines for overdue items that are returned. Cardholders are responsible for lost or damaged materials, and fees may apply.
- [6] SACRAMENTO PUBLIC LIBRARY — library card instructions (opens in a new tab)
SACRAMENTO PUBLIC LIBRARY · SACRAMENTO PUBLIC LIBRARY — library card instructions — 06067 p12
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What if I lose my library card?Notify library staff as soon as possible by email or calling (916) 264-2920. You’re responsible for any items checked out using your library card before notifying us that it has been lost or stolen.
- [7] SACRAMENTO PUBLIC LIBRARY — library card instructions (opens in a new tab)
SACRAMENTO PUBLIC LIBRARY · SACRAMENTO PUBLIC LIBRARY — library card instructions — 06067 local card contact
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What if I lose my library card?Notify library staff as soon as possible by email or calling (916) 264-2920. You’re responsible for any items checked out using your library card before notifying us that it has been lost or stolen.
- [8] SACRAMENTO PUBLIC LIBRARY — library card instructions (opens in a new tab)
SACRAMENTO PUBLIC LIBRARY · SACRAMENTO PUBLIC LIBRARY — library card instructions — 06067 form 0
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Library card application for adults 18+
- [9] SACRAMENTO PUBLIC LIBRARY — library card instructions (opens in a new tab)
SACRAMENTO PUBLIC LIBRARY · SACRAMENTO PUBLIC LIBRARY — library card instructions — 06067 form 1
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Library card application for minors