Maryland Release and Authorization is a type of legal document that allows an individual or organization to access and share confidential information about a person or business. It is most commonly used in the context of credit reporting, background checks, and tenant screening. There are two types of Maryland Release and Authorization: the Maryland Credit Report Authorization Form and the Maryland Employment Authorization Form. The Maryland Credit Report Authorization Form is used to allow a third-party credit reporting agency to access and share an individual's credit history. The Maryland Employment Authorization Form is used to allow a potential employer to access an individual's credit history and other confidential information for the purpose of evaluating a job applicant. Both forms must be signed by the individual and notarized before they can be legally used.