(1) Hunting and fishing licenses may be sold at any place of business in Montana:

(a) that is appointed by the director;

(b) that is financially responsible;

(c) that is accessible to the public; and

(d) whose owner or principal manager has not been convicted of a felony or two hunting or fishing related offenses.

(2) This rule will be implemented when the automated license system is operational as authorized by the director.