The Law Library Collections in the Mammoth Lakes and Bridgeport public libraries contain materials for use by the public, for free, to assist in researching common legal questions or issues.  Many of the materials are available to check out with your Mono County library card.   Library staff can help you locate and navigate materials and refer you to additional legal resources and experts.  Library staff cannot provide legal advice or comments on specific scenarios or laws.    

USEFUL LOCAL ONLINE LEGAL RESOURCES AND WEBSITES:

The Superior Court of Mono County website contains information about the county court system, as well as numerous resources including:

 

Local ordinances can be found at these links:

 

The nearest California Tribal Court is the Bishop Paiute Tribal Court.

NEW! Eastern Sierra residents facing eviction or homelessness can get free legal assistance under the Remote Housing Assistance Program coordinated by the local California Indian Legal Services team.  This assistance is not limited to tribal members and is available to residents of Mono, Inyo and Alpine Counties via their office in Bishop or via any of their remote video link workstations.  Mono County stations can be found at Bridgeport and Walker Social Services Offices, Lee Vining Library,  and the Mammoth Lakes Housing office in Mammoth Lakes. Watch this 3 minute video to learn more or follow this link for specific contact details: https://www.calindian.org/rest/.

Findlaw's directory of lawyers serving Mono County.

NEW!  EBSCO's Legal Information Reference Center contains full-text e-books to help you navigate everyday legal issues from home/work/school.  All you need is a valid Mono County Library card to use these books for free!  Many of the titles are the digital versions of the same Nolo Press books we have in our print Mammoth Lakes and Bridgeport collections.  Please contact your local Mono County Library branch location to get a library card.

 

ADDITIONAL CALIFORNIA STATE AND FEDERAL ONLINE LEGAL RESOURCES:

Additional information about common legal topics, the California court system, and programs administered by the California Judicial Branch can be found on the California Courts website, including additional Self-Help categories in English and Spanish, and free online legal forms, many available in Spanish.

The State Bar of California provides many resources for the public, including lawyer referral services, legal resources relating to immigration, and information for finding free legal help.

California's county public law libraries have created an online service that lets you chat live with a law librarian. The librarian can suggest or guide you to free online legal resources, recommend books and research techniques, and answer factual questions. Law librarians CANNOT interpret the law or give legal advice. Use the online Ask a Law Librarian service for research advice.   

Online video tutorials on basic legal research issues are available for viewing for free from these resources:

 

The Council of California County Law Libraries has created a 'mini-research guide' designed to step an individual through the basics of legal research.

TheLawDictionary.org features Black's Law Dictionary Free Online Legal Dictionary 2nd Edition.  Black's Law Dictionary is the leading law dictionary in the United States.

FindLaw has a number of basic legal resources free for the public to use.

STATE AND FEDERAL CODES, REGULATIONS, EXECUTIVE ORDERS AND JUDICIAL OPINIONS CAN BE FOUND IN THESE ONLINE RESOURCES:

 

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Use this section to find additional resources for educators. Click Here for Young Adults or here for Children. 

How can we support you?

Mono County Libraries Youth Program Manager is available to set-up partnerships with local local schools as well as to support local students with after-school programs.  

Library Resources

TeachingBooks.net  - A valuable platform for students, teachers and parents that consolidates a wealth of information about children's and young adult titles, authors, author interviews, as well as information for reading assignments and book reports.  As a resident of California, you should have free, direct access to this site. 

Digital databases -- see the Homework Zone page to access the bundle of Proquest databases made available through the CA K-12 Online project, funded in part by the CA State Library.  Some databases require a library card number to access.  Need a library card?  Pass by your local library to get one for free today! 

FREE, online tutoring & homework help -- Brainsfuse Helpnow offers a writing lab, live tutoring, a language lab, a forum to submit any academic questions as well as digital studying tools. Find the link under our Quick Links or on the Homework Zone page on the Programs menu, or click here for direct access. 

School Outreach

Virtual Databases & Library Tours

Looking for some help to introduce your students/teens to research skills? From learning to navigate the CA State Library’s K-12 Online Content (e.g. Proquest & SIRS) to navigating the library for the right type of read, your Youth Librarian is happy to help!  Contact Youth Library Program Manager Carissa Devine (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.) to schedule a session with your class. 

Youth Librarian Led Sessions for your class:

  • Introduction to Library Resources
  • Navigating Digital Databases
  • How to Find a Good Read

 

Library Programs: 

Let your students know about the following library programs -- whether they are looking for help with homework, reading aloud or to tinker freely in the Makerspace.  If there is a need for a program that we don't yet offer, don't hesistate to reach out to Youth Program Manager Carissa Devine at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. 

  • Makerspace at the Mammoth Lakes Library
    • Tuesdays & Wednesdays, 2 - 5pm
  • Teen Advisory Boards
    • @ Coleville Libary - monthly meeting on selected Friday afternoons
    • @ Lee Vining Library -- TBD
    • @ MHS -- TBD
  • Mammoth Megaminds at the Mammoth Lakes Library An after school program that provides a safe space for students to work on homework, read with a mentor or play board games.  Teen volunteer Homework Coaches are present.  Interested in volunteering? Contack Carissa at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
    • MUSD minimum days, 1:30 - 3:30
  • iPadPro & Apple Pencil Lending for Teens  Teens can borrow a digital art bundle -- iPad, apple pencil & bluetooth headphones -- that includes apps for creating digital art (Adobe Fresco, Photoshop, Procreate).  Devices must remain in the library. 
    • @Coleville Library -- available whenever the library is open
    • @Lee Vining Library-- available whenever the library is open
    • @Mammoth Lakes Library -- available whenever the library is open
  • Recording Studio
    • @Coleville Library -- available whenever the library is open
    • @Lee Vining Library -- available whenever the library is open 
    • @Mammoth Lakes Library -- TBD

 

 

Current Issues

2020 is a year in which a lot of important topics are discussed and decisions made.   The Library encourages you to look beyond television and social media feeds for information on current issues.  Below are book lists with a handful of titles each to spark interest.   Titles are from reputable sources and are by no means exhaustive of the range of materials available.   If you have suggestions for books or topics, please share with your local library!

 

Staff Recommendations

 

 

 

 

 

Mono County has seven library locations, visit their pages via the drop down menu for more detail or use the information below.

Benton

25553 Hwy 6 (on the Edna Beaman School campus)

760-933-2542

Bridgeport

94 N. School Street

760-932-7482

Coleville

111591 Hw 395 (on the Coleville school campus)

530-495-2788

Crowley Lake

3627 Crowley Lake Drive

760-935-4505

June Lake

90 West Granite Ave.

760-648-7284

Lee Vining

51710 Hwy 395

760-647-6123

Mammoth Lakes

400 Sierra Park Rd

760-934-4777

 

The Mono County Library System upholds the principals of intellectual freedom and the public’s right to know by providing people of all ages with access to material that reflects a diversity of points of view. This library system affirms its support of the basic library policies defined in the American Library Association’s Library Bill of Rights, Freedom to Read Statement, and Libraries: an American Value.

Confidentiality of Patron Information

In accordance with California State Law (Gov. code section 6267), all registration and circulation records shall remain confidential.  Records shall be maintained on fines that are unpaid; records shall also be retained for information on the number of times fines or other charges have been excused.

Library records are maintained solely for administrative purposes. They are not to be used to identify the types of materials borrowed by an individual, and library staff will not provide information to a third party about what a patron of the library has borrowed. The library will provide circulation information (printed or verbal) to the concerned library card holder or person authorized in writing by the library card-holder. Information regarding overdue items will be made available to the financially responsible person.

Collection Development Policy

The Mono County Library enhances lives and strengthens our communities by providing free access to information, technology, life-long learning opportunities, social interactions, and cultural enrichment. The Library’s collections strive to support this mission by providing current, relevant, interesting and enduring works of general interest in a variety of formats to the communities served by each of our 7 locations.

Read Full Policy and Request for Reconsideration Form

Donations of Materials

All donations are subject to evaluation by the same criteria as purchased materials. Specific guidelines for donated materials are outlined in Mono County policy 1138A.

Internet Use

Internet service is available at all Mono County Libraries according to established rules and guidelines.

Library Conduct

All patrons have the right to use the library undisturbed and library employees have the right to work without undue interference. Read full policy.

Child Safety

The safety and welfare of children at the Mono County Library System is of up most importance. Read full policy.

Security Cameras

Security Cameras are used to enhance the safety and security of Mono County Library System patrons, staff and property.  Read full policy.

 

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