Finding Course Reserves

The course reserves are shelved according to the call number. In the Teaming Room and at the Circulation Desk, we have a printed list of reserves by course number.  Otherwise, you may look up the call number using SearchWorks.  If you need help locating a reserve, you should visit the Circulation Desk or email circulation@law.stanford.edu.

When reserves are available in the cabinets, they are checked out on a first-come/first serve basis.  If you find that a book you need is constantly checked out, please let Circulation staff know. Also, if you do not see the reserve you are looking for, your instructor may have linked materials in Canvas.

Permanent Reserves

The self-checkout cabinets also house a collection of permanent reserves (short-loan items that are not linked to courses). This collection is distinguishable from course reserves by the yellow book tape on the spine.  Loan periods for permanent reserves vary, but most are generally due back within two-hours.

Borrowing Policies for Reserves

• The default loan period for course reserves is two hours.
• When reserve material is available on the shelf, they are checked out on a first-come/first serve basis.
• Please return borrowed reserves directly to the Self-checkout cabinet. If the cabinet isn’t opening properly or if you require help accessing the cabinet, please see staff at the Circulation Desk during normal operational hours.
• Please avoid back-to-back checkouts. If you don’t see additional copies available when you return a reserve, and you need to continue using it, please allow at least fifteen minutes to pass before checking the same title out again. This gives others an opportunity to borrow the material.
• If you lose a reserve, a replacement fee may be imposed. Please contact Circulation@law.stanford.edu immediately if a reserve in your possession has been lost or stolen.