A police detective visits a Georgia public library and asks the circulation manager for a list of all books checked out by a specific patron, presenting only their badge and a verbal request. According to Georgia law and ALA principles, what is the appropriate response?
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A
Comply with the request immediately to cooperate with law enforcement.
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B
Explain that library records are confidential and can only be released with a court order or subpoena.
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C
Provide the records but ask the detective to keep the information confidential.
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D
Tell the detective to ask the library director, who can release the records at their discretion.