Maryland Code, Election Law § 5-304

(a)(1) A certificate of candidacy may be filed:

(2) A certificate of candidacy may not be filed by facsimile service or other electronic transmission.

(1) the individual filing the certificate is unable to do so in person because of illness, military service, or temporary absence from the State; and

(2) the certificate is accompanied by an affidavit signed by the individual filing the certificate setting forth fully the facts that prevent that individual from filing the certificate in person.

(1) the office, including, if applicable, the party, district, and circuit to which the candidacy relates;

(2) the year of the election;

(3) the name of the individual filing the certificate;

(4) the address on the statewide voter registration list or the current address of that individual;

(5) a statement that the individual satisfies the requirements of law for candidacy for the office for which the certificate is being filed; and

(6) any information requested by the State Board to verify the accuracy of the information provided by the individual under this subsection.

(1) a filing fee satisfying the requirements of § 5-401 of this title;

(2) a separate form, unless such a form has previously been filed, establishing a campaign finance entity under Title 13 of this article;

(3) evidence that the individual has filed:

(4) any additional information required by the State Board.