Michigan Addendum to Protected Personal Identifying Information
What is this form?
The Addendum to Protected Personal Identifying Information (MC 97a) is a crucial legal document that allows you to provide sensitive personal identifying information (PII) while ensuring it remains confidential. This form is specifically designed for situations where you need to submit PII to a court but must do so without exposing it in public records. It differs from other forms, such as form MC 97, which is intended for PII related to a defendant, respondent, or decedent.
Key components of this form
- Title of the form indicating it is an addendum for protected PII.
- Information on the plaintiff's and defendant's names involved in the case.
- Specific details for the matter case being addressed.
- Instructions for filing the required PII without making it public.
- Name fields for the individuals whose PII is being provided.
- Reference number for use in public documents in place of PII.
Common use cases
Use this addendum when you need to submit personal identifying information to the court as part of a public document, but want to keep that information confidential. This might occur in various legal situations, such as family law cases, civil lawsuits, or probate matters, where personal data like dates of birth must be disclosed but protected from public access.
Who should use this form
- Individuals who are plaintiffs or petitioners in a legal case.
- Persons filing documents with the court that require sensitive PII.
- Anyone needing to protect personal information from public inspection.
How to prepare this document
- Identify the parties involved by entering the names of the plaintiff and defendant.
- Specify the matter for which you are providing PII.
- Complete the required protected personal identifying information fields, such as date of birth.
- Write the reference number that will be used in the public document in place of each piece of PII.
- Sign and date the form to confirm its accuracy.
Does this document require notarization?
This form does not typically require notarization unless specified by local law. However, it is always advisable to check specific jurisdictional requirements to ensure compliance.
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Download a copy, print it, send it by email, or mail it via USPS—whatever works best for your next step.
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If this form requires notarization, complete it online through a secure video call—no need to meet a notary in person or wait for an appointment.
We protect your documents and personal data by following strict security and privacy standards.
Avoid these common issues
- Including confidential information on public documents instead of this addendum.
- Failing to use the correct reference number in the public document.
- Not signing or dating the form, rendering it ineffective.
- Providing unnecessary PII not required for the case.
Benefits of using this form online
- Convenient access to a legally vetted template without having to visit a lawyer.
- Easy to fill out and download from the comfort of your home.
- Ensures compliance with legal standards regarding the confidentiality of PII.
- Allows for quick edits and adjustments as needed before submission.
