The St. Bernard Parish Public Library is not responsible for unattended children. The library cannot ensure the safety of any library patron of any age, especially children. Library staff duties cannot include babysitting or taking over any parental responsibilities for children when they come into the library. While the library is concerned about the safety and welfare of all children, parents or caregivers who are eighteen (18) or over are the ones responsible for safety and welfare, as well as monitoring children’s activities and behavior.
Children under the age of 13 must be accompanied by an adult, age 18 years or older.
At library closing time, children under 18 years old without transportation will be placed in the care of the Sheriff (504-271-2501).