Maryland Code, Election Law § 13-337

(b)(1) On request of a responsible officer subject to the assessment of a late filing fee and with the approval of the State Board, the State Administrator may waive the late filing fee for just cause.

(2) The decision of the State Administrator on a waiver request shall be in writing and state the circumstances surrounding the late filing and the reasons for the decision.

(3) The State Administrator may make a decision on a waiver request without notice or hearing.