Md. Code, Financial Institutions § 7–208

(a) If an application for a certificate of authority is denied, the notification of the denial shall:

(1) Be in writing; and

(2) State the applicant’s right to a hearing held in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act.

(b) An applicant who seeks a hearing on an application denial shall file a written request for a hearing within 30 days following receipt of the notice of the applicant’s right to a hearing.