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The Cobb
County Public Library exists for all who wish to read and study in
peaceful, safe, and attractive surroundings. To ensure the
maintenance of such a pleasant environment, and to protect the
resources of the Library, the Library Board of Trustees has
established the following rules defining appropriate behavior of
those who use the library.
In any facility of the Cobb County Public Library the following
behaviors are not allowed:
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Talking on cell phones in the library
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Possession of
open containers of food or beverages
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Disturbing other people by activities including but not limited to
loud talking, playing music, making noise, loitering, or offering
unsolicited advice
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Disturbing
other people by the display of offensive materials
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Solicitation
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Use of
abusive or obscene language
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Leaving children under the age of 9 unattended in the library
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Leaving children or young adults 16 years of age and under on
library property after closing
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Sleeping or
bathing
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Failure to
wear shoes or shirt
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Bringing
animals into the library except animals that assist the disabled
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Leaving personal items unattended (Library is not responsible for
patrons’ personal items.)
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Leaving vehicles (cars, trucks, trailers, recreational vehicles,
or similar vehicles) unattended on library property overnight
without library approval. Abandoned vehicles will be towed at
owner’s cost.
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Skateboarding, rollerblading, skating, or bicycling in the parking
lot, building or sidewalks
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Use of
tobacco products, food or beverages
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Leaving animals unattended or tethered in areas that would
obstruct public walkways or entrances
The following behaviors in the Library are in violation of the
Georgia Code:
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Defacing, vandalizing, or damaging Library Property (20-5-52)
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Entering unauthorized areas of the Library or failure to leave the
Library when closing is announced (16-7-21)
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Intoxication (16-11-41)
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Fighting (16-11-32)
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Bringing in or possession of explosive compounds, guns, or knives
(16-11-127)
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Public Indecency (16-6-8)
Anyone violating
Library Rules will be asked to stop the inappropriate behavior
and/or asked to leave the Library premises. Violators who refuse to
leave the Library may be arrested and prosecuted for criminal
trespass (Official Code of GA 16-7-21). Anyone violating the
Georgia Code, or any local laws or ordinances will be reported to
the police without prior notice.
Approved by the
Library Board of Trustees
February 23, 1998
Amendments Approved by the Library Board of Trustees
January 26, 2009 |
