Maryland Code, Estates and Trusts § 6-304

(1) Have the duty to protect property belonging to the estate being administered by the deceased or disabled personal representative;

(2) Have the power to perform acts necessary for the protection of property;

(3) Immediately account for and deliver the property to a successor personal representative or special administrator; and

(4) Immediately apply to the court for the appointment of a special administrator or successor personal representative to carry on the administration of the estate that was being administered by the deceased or disabled personal representative.