Md. Code, Local Government § 6–105

(a) If a citation is served without a summons, the defendant may elect to

stand trial for the municipal infraction by providing written notice of intent to stand

trial to the municipality at least 5 days before the payment date specified in the

citation.

(b) (1) After receiving the written notice of intention to stand trial, the

municipality shall forward a copy of the citation and notice to the District Court

having venue.

(2) After receiving the citation and notice, the District Court shall:

(i) schedule the case for trial; and

(ii) notify the defendant of the trial date.