(a) Application procedure.

1. (1) The appropriate expansion of the Arkansas Crime Information Center (ACIC) network is determined by:

   1. (A) Need;
   2. (B) Legal authority; and
   3. (C) Cost effectiveness.
2. (2) New interface agencies may be added to the network only according to guidelines established by the Supervisory Board for the Arkansas Crime Information Center.

3. (3) Applications will be submitted in writing to the Director of the Arkansas Crime Information Center, an onsite inspection and evaluation will be conducted by ACIC personnel, and approval will be based on:

   1. (A) Legal authority;
   2. (B) Scope of jurisdiction;
   3. (C) Proximity to existing interface agencies;
   4. (D) Communications capabilities; and
   5. (E) Other factors deemed appropriate by the supervisory board.

(b) Equipment.

1. (1) Access devices and related equipment directly connecting to the ACIC computer system will be provided by ACIC or specifically approved by ACIC.
2. (2) Any changes or relocation of such equipment must be approved in advance by ACIC.

3. (3) The interface agency will be responsible for any:

   1. (A) Damage to the access equipment caused by the negligence of its personnel; or
   2. (B) Other damage which is, or reasonably should be, covered by local departmental insurance.