Maryland Request to Withhold Information from Public Access is a form used to protect confidential information from public view. The form is used by individuals and organizations in Maryland to prevent certain information from appearing in public records. There are two types of Maryland Request to Withhold Information from Public Access: full withholding and partial withholding. Full withholding prevents all information from being disclosed, including names, addresses, and other personal information. Partial withholding allows some information to remain public, while protecting certain details from being released. Examples of information that can be partially withheld include Social Security numbers, financial records, and other personal information. When completing the form, the individual or organization must provide a detailed explanation of the reasons why the information should be withheld. In addition, the form must be signed by the individual or organization requesting the withholding. Once processed, the form protects the confidential information from public access for a period of three years.