ATTENTION MARYLAND RESIDENTS:

If a parent of minor (under 16yrs of age) or a representative/guardian/conservator of an incapacitated/protected person would like to place a protected consumer freeze on a Maryland consumer’s file they will need to provide us with all of the following information:

• A written request to place a “protected consumer freeze” on the named individual’s file AND
• One of the following qualifying documents indicating that the requestor has Proof of Authority of the named individual:

- Court Order

- Power of Attorney

- Written, Notarized and Signed Description of Authority AND

• One of the following identification documents for both the named individual and the parent/representative:

- Proof of social security number (i.e. SSN card)

- Proof of name and address (Driver’s License, State of Gov’t Issued ID Card, Utility Bill)

- Copy of Birth Certificate (for minor’s) AND

• The required fee of $5.00 via check or money order

All of the aforementioned documents should be mailed to:

TransUnion Protected Consumer Freeze
P.O. Box 380
Woodlyn, PA 19094

For any additional questions or concerns, please contact TransUnion at 800-916-8800. When contacting our office, to better assist you, please inform the representative that you are calling in regards to a “Maryland Protected Consumer Freeze.”

Please note: Consumers are not able to place a protected consumer freeze via phone or online at this time due to the documentation requirements.