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Can I collect social security numbers from participants in Maryland? What are the requirements?

Based on the context documents provided, here is the response to your query:

Collecting Social Security Numbers in Maryland

According to MDCR 11.17.09.04, an applicant for a Maryland license or identification card shall provide proof of Social Security Number (SSN) or proof of ineligibility for an SSN. To establish proof of SSN, an applicant shall submit:

  • Original Social Security card;
  • W-2 form;
  • SSA-1099 form;
  • Non-SSA-1099 form; or
  • Pay stub bearing the applicant’s name and SSN.

Therefore, it appears that you can collect Social Security Numbers from participants in Maryland if they are applying for a Maryland license or identification card.

However, it is important to note that the collection and use of Social Security Numbers is subject to federal and state laws and regulations. You should ensure that you comply with all applicable laws and regulations when collecting and using Social Security Numbers.

Requirements for Collecting Personal Identification Information

If you are required to collect personal identification information from registrants before voting in Maryland for the first time, you must comply with MDCR 33.05.04.07. This regulation requires you to correspond with a registrant in an attempt to obtain the required personal identification information before the date of any upcoming election.

If the State Board has matched the registrant’s name, date of birth, and personal identification number with an existing State identification record, you do not need to request personal identification information.

Conclusion

Based on the context documents provided, you can collect Social Security Numbers from participants in Maryland if they are applying for a Maryland license or identification card. However, you must comply with all applicable laws and regulations when collecting and using Social Security Numbers.

If you are required to collect personal identification information from registrants before voting in Maryland for the first time, you must correspond with the registrant in an attempt to obtain the required information before the date of any upcoming election.

Jurisdiction

Maryland