Maryland Code, Housing and Community Development § 4-2704

(2) if the service provider suspects any abuse or neglect of the unaccompanied minor in need of shelter, immediately notify the appropriate authorities of the suspected abuse or neglect in accordance with § 5-704 of the Family Law Article.

(b)(1) If a service provider is unable to contact, and does not suspect abuse by, a parent, a guardian, or an adult relative of an unaccompanied minor in need of shelter, the service provider shall:

(2) If a service provider receives information indicating that an unaccompanied minor in need of shelter is missing from foster care, the service provider shall contact the local department of social services.

(3) If a service provider receives information indicating that an unaccompanied minor in need of shelter has been reported missing by a legal guardian other than the local department of social services, the service provider shall contact local law enforcement.