Maryland Statutes
Subtitle 4 - Rules Relating to Legacies
Section 4-406 - Exoneration

(a)    Unless a contrary intent is expressly indicated in the will, a legacy of specific property shall pass subject to a security interest, lien, or renewal, extension, or refinancing of a security interest or lien on the property that existed at the time of execution of the will.
    (b)    If a security interest or lien is created or attaches initially after the execution of the will, the legatee is entitled to exoneration.