For purposes of this Part I of this subtitle, an electronic signature shall have the same effect as a manual signature if the electronic signature:
(1) Uses an algorithm approved by the National Institute of Standards and Technology;
(2) Is unique to the individual using it;
(3) Is capable of verification;
(4) Is under the sole control of the individual using it;
(5) Is linked to data in such a manner that if the data are changed, the electronic signature is invalidated;
(6) Persists with the document and not by association in separate files; and
(7) Is bound to a digital certificate.
Structure Maryland Statutes
Subtitle 6 - Health Care Decisions Act
Section 5-601.1 - Electronic Signatures
Section 5-602 - Procedure for Making Advance Directive; Notice to Physician -- Living Wills
Section 5-602.1 - Advance Directive for Mental Health Services
Section 5-603 - Suggested Forms -- Living Wills
Section 5-604 - Revocation of an Advance Directive
Section 5-604.1 - Anatomical Gifts in Advance Directives
Section 5-605 - Surrogate Decision Making
Section 5-606 - Certifications by Physicians
Section 5-607 - Treatment Without Consent
Section 5-608.1 - Medical Orders for Life-Sustaining Treatment
Section 5-609 - Immunity From Liability; Burden of Proof; Presumption
Section 5-612 - Petition by Health Care Provider; Court Action
Section 5-615 - Provision of Information
Section 5-615.1 - Electronic Advance Directives -- Duties of Department; Outreach
Section 5-616 - Preservation of Existing Right; Advance Directives Executed Before Effective Date