Deaf Smith County Library cards are free to all who have proof of residing at a Hereford address. Nonresidents may purchase a Deaf Smith County Library card for $10.00 per year. Please have a government issued photo ID and proof of address available to staff when applying for a Deaf Smith County Library card.

• If you lose your library card, please contact the library right away so you are not held responsible for items checked out by someone else.  The cost for a replacement card is $2.00.
• Library Cards expire once a year. Card renewals can be made in person or over the phone. Please have your library card available to renew.
• Anyone ages 6-17 may obtain a library card with a parent or legal guardian who meets the requirements for a permanent adult card. If a parent or legal guardian has a paid card, children cannot be added to the card.
• HLC cards: HLC card holders outside the county limits (Canyon, Amarillo, Dimmitt, Friona, etc.,.) can be used for many Deaf Smith County Library services. 
• TexShare cards: The TexShare card program allows registered users of participating TexShare libraries to obtain a TexShare card in order to borrow materials directly from other participating libraries in the state.

• The standard checkout time for Library materials is 2 weeks with a limit of 3 renewals.  If you live 10+ miles outside city limits, you can ask for a 4 week checkout time for library materials. Renewals will still be limited to 3.
• You must return the materials at the end of the renewal period before checking them out again. Materials must physically stay at the library for 24 hours before being checked out again.
• The fee for books returned late is $0.05 cents per day.
• The fee for movies returned late is $1.50 per day.
• We only accept cash.
• You may renew your materials by phone with your library card number.
• You may renew materials online with your library card and PIN.  If you do not know your PIN, bring your card into the library.  We will not give out your PIN over the phone.
• If you have overdue materials or library fines over $10, you will not be able to use library internet computers or some online services.
• If you accrue fines, you can pay them off as you can. You will not be able to check out any materials until fines are completely paid off.
• If you lose an item, you will be charged for the item. Replacement items are not accepted. If you find the item after paying for it, we cannot give a refund.
• You can only check out 2 DVDs per library card. You can check out any amount of books or audiobooks. Please remember these are your responsibility when they are in your care. If they come back damaged, you will be fined.

At Deaf Smith County Library, renewing your borrowed materials is simple and convenient. You can renew items by calling us at 806-364-1206, where our friendly staff will assist you. Please have your library card number ready. Alternatively, renew online using your library card and PIN. If you need help with your PIN, visit us in person. Note that items with a reserve cannot be renewed. Enjoy uninterrupted access to your favorite books and resources!