Maryland Administrative Probate Order (MAP) is a legal document issued by the Maryland court system that authorizes the transfer of assets in an estate from the decedent to the beneficiaries. MAP is often used to speed up the probate process when the decedent's estate is valued at less than $50,000. There are two types of MAP: Small Estate Affidavit and Small Estate Administration. A Small Estate Affidavit is a legal document that allows a person to transfer up to $50,000 of the decedent's assets without probate. The affidavit must be signed by the closest living relative and submitted to the court. Once approved, the decedent's assets can be distributed according to the wishes of the decedent. Small Estate Administration is a legal document that allows a person to transfer the decedent's assets in an estate valued at less than $50,000 without going through probate. The person requesting the Small Estate Administration must provide proof that the decedent died intestate or without a will. Once approved, the assets can be distributed according to the wishes of the decedent.