(1) A vendor must register a representative with the department in accordance with the provisions of ARM 42.11.212 through 42.11.215.

(2) No person may be registered as a representative if he or she:

(a) is an alcoholic beverage retail licensee, licensed beer wholesaler, table wine distributor, brewer, or licensed winery;

(b) is an officer, director, agent, or employee of an alcoholic beverage retail licensee, licensed beer wholesaler, table wine distributor, brewer, or licensed winery;

(c) is under the age of 18 years;

(d) has been convicted of violating laws and regulations; or

(e) is a non-resident of Montana.

(3) In considering an application for registration of a representative, the department shall consider all matters pertaining to the residency, qualifications, experience, and character (including criminal record, if any) of the representative to be registered.

(4) An application to register a representative must be signed by the vendor or an official of the vendor or the vendor's broker.

(5) Individuals seeking registration as a representative must submit a properly completed application to the department.

(6) Registration of a representative is effective upon approval by the department.

(7) In addition to the definition of "resident" found in ARM Title 42, chapter 2, evidence of residency includes:

(a) qualification to vote in a Montana election; or

(b) filing a Montana income tax return.