Rice County Law Library

Resources and rules

The library is open to the public.

Books without a reference sticker are available to be checked out. To check an item out, list the name of the item, along with your name and phone number on the sign-out sheet on the front counter. 

Books can be checked out for a one-week period. Internet usage within the library is for legal research only. There is also a photocopier available to copy library materials. Cost is 15 cents per page. 

Westlaw legal database is available to the public. Printing is allowed at a cost of 15 cents per page. Please respect other's privacy, and limit usage if someone is waiting. When items are returned, reshelve them if you know their location. If you are unsure of their location, place them on the front counter. When you return your items, cross your name off the checkout list.

Library hours

8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday - Friday

Library staff hours

Weekdays from 2:30-4:30 p.m. Other hours by appointment.

The Library staff is available to answer basic questions, locate materials and assist with legal research. Library staff cannot provide legal advice or interpretation of legal materials.