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Version: 3.1.X

Managing Fines and Suspensions

ABCD automatically applies sanctions based on the Loan Policy when an overdue item is returned. However, the librarian must manually manage the payment or forgiveness of these fines.

Identifying Sanctioned Users​

When you load a user profile, if they have active suspensions or debt:

  • The screen background may turn Red.
  • A "Suspended" or "Fined" warning appears in the header.
  • The Sanctions button becomes active.

Processing Payments​

ABCD records payments but does not process credit cards directly. It acts as a cash register log.

  1. Click the Sanctions button on the user's dashboard.
  2. You will see a list of outstanding fines (Object title, Date due, Amount).
  3. To Pay:
    • Select the specific fine.
    • Click Pay (or "Cancel Debt").
    • Enter the amount paid (partial payments are supported in some versions).
    • Confirm.
  4. Result: The receipt is logged, and if the total debt drops below the blocking threshold, the user is automatically unlocked.

Manual Suspensions​

You can manually suspend a user for reasons other than late returns (e.g., damaged material, bad behavior).

  1. Go to the Sanctions area.
  2. Click Add Suspension.
  3. Reason: Select from the list (defined in sanctions.tab).
  4. Duration: Enter the number of days or a specific end date.
  5. Apply: The user will be blocked from borrowing until that date.