Florida Peacock Bass Fishing Circa 2006

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JuanTamad said:
Florida residents and senior citizens don't need licenses. All others need either or both saltwater and freshwater fishing licenses.
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residents are required to be licenced;)

http://myfwc.com/license/

Do I need a freshwater or saltwater fishing license or both? In general, you need a freshwater license to take freshwater fish and a saltwater license to take saltwater fish, unless one of the exemptions specified on this Web site applies to your situation. Obviously if you are fishing in pure fresh water where no saltwater species live, you need a freshwater license and likewise if you are fishing in the ocean you need a saltwater license.
However, when you get into estuarine type areas where salt and fresh water commingle and fish of both types can be found the issue becomes less clear. The interpretation of the rule is:

1. You need either a freshwater, saltwater or combination license (or appropriate exemption) to take fish (take is legally defined as taking, attempting to take, pursuing, molesting, capturing, or killing any fish, or their nests or eggs by any means whether or not such actions result in obtaining possession of such fish or their nests or eggs).
2. If you are using species specific gear, your license should be appropriate (e.g., freshwater or saltwater) to the species you are targeting, and
3. Otherwise you need an appropriate type license to keep your catch and must immediately release any species for which you are not licensed. License requirements follow the species of fish, regardless of where they are caught. In other words, if you only have a freshwater license and are primarily fishing for largemouth bass or bream (freshwater species) in a river, but happen to catch a red drum (a saltwater species), you must immediately release the red drum.

exceptions are :
*Any resident 65 years of age or older, who has in her or his possession proof of age and residency. A free license may be obtained from any tax collector's office upon proof of age and residency.

*Florida residents certified as totally and permanently disabled, who possess a Florida Resident Disabled Person Hunting and Fishing Certificate (see application, requires PDF). See also ADA

if you are unsure of your local laws you can contact florida fish&wildlife via:
http://myfwc.com/permits/
 
DIESELMACK said:
residents are required to be licenced;)

http://myfwc.com/license/

Do I need a freshwater or saltwater fishing license or both? In general, you need a freshwater license to take freshwater fish and a saltwater license to take saltwater fish, unless one of the exemptions specified on this Web site applies to your situation. Obviously if you are fishing in pure fresh water where no saltwater species live, you need a freshwater license and likewise if you are fishing in the ocean you need a saltwater license.
However, when you get into estuarine type areas where salt and fresh water commingle and fish of both types can be found the issue becomes less clear. The interpretation of the rule is:

1. You need either a freshwater, saltwater or combination license (or appropriate exemption) to take fish (take is legally defined as taking, attempting to take, pursuing, molesting, capturing, or killing any fish, or their nests or eggs by any means whether or not such actions result in obtaining possession of such fish or their nests or eggs).
2. If you are using species specific gear, your license should be appropriate (e.g., freshwater or saltwater) to the species you are targeting, and
3. Otherwise you need an appropriate type license to keep your catch and must immediately release any species for which you are not licensed. License requirements follow the species of fish, regardless of where they are caught. In other words, if you only have a freshwater license and are primarily fishing for largemouth bass or bream (freshwater species) in a river, but happen to catch a red drum (a saltwater species), you must immediately release the red drum.

exceptions are :
*Any resident 65 years of age or older, who has in her or his possession proof of age and residency. A free license may be obtained from any tax collector's office upon proof of age and residency.

*Florida residents certified as totally and permanently disabled, who possess a Florida Resident Disabled Person Hunting and Fishing Certificate (see application, requires PDF). See also ADA

if you are unsure of your local laws you can contact florida fish&wildlife via:
http://myfwc.com/permits/
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Does not apply to private lakes or ponds. However community lakes and ponds might have their own deed restrictions or laws;)
 
Here's what I caught on my new twitchbait:

One 13" and one 16"

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Here's the exemptions:

FRESHWATER EXEMPTIONS: (Up to Index)

Although the following exemptions apply, individuals may always choose to purchase a license as a way to contribute to fish and wildlife conservation. Purchasing a license also helps the FWC receive more of the excise taxes spent on fishing tackle and motor boat fuels under Federal Aid in Sport Fish Restoration.

Any child under 16 years of age.

Any person hunting or fishing in the person's county of residence on the person's homestead or the homestead of the person's spouse or minor child, or any minor child hunting or fishing on the homestead of her or his parent.

Any resident who is a member of the Armed Forces of the United States, who is not stationed in this state, when home on leave for 30 days or less, upon submission of orders.

Any resident when fishing with live or natural bait, using poles or lines which are not equipped with a fishing line retrieval mechanism, and fishing for noncommercial purposes in the county of her or his residence. A valid Fishing License is required to fish by any method in a Fish Management Area.

Any person fishing in a fish pond of 20 acres or less which is located entirely within the private property of the fish pond owner. A fish pond is a man-made pond constructed for the primary purpose of fishing, entirely within the property lines of the owner and with no surface water connection to public waters.

Any person fishing in a fish pond of 20 acres or more, where the pond owner has purchased a fish pond license at a fee of $3 per surface acre.

Any person fishing who has been accepted as a client for developmental services by the Department of Children and Family Services, which department shall furnish such person proof thereof.

Any resident 65 years of age or older, who has in her or his possession proof of age and residency. A free license may be obtained from any tax collector's office upon proof of age and residency. A Florida Senior Citizen Hunting and Fishing Certificate is accepted in Georgia, but a trout stamp may be required. (Note: a senior may purchase a regular license to help contribute to conservation both directly and by enabling us to count them as a paid license holder when Federal Aid in Sportfish Restoration appropriates money to the states.)

Georgia residents 65 years of age or older who have in their possession a Georgia Honorary Combination Hunting and Fishing License and proof of age.

Florida residents certified as totally and permanently disabled, who possess a Florida Resident Disabled Person Hunting and Fishing Certificate (see application, requires PDF). See also ADA

Resident Freshwater Commercial Fishing License (Series RC) holders.

Anyone fishing in the St. Mary's River or Lake Seminole (but not including tributary creeks in Florida, see MAP), who has a valid Georgia fishing license.

Anyone fishing in public waters during the first weekend of April, which is designated as free-fishing weekend to encourage new anglers to try the sport, and for families to share some quality time together relaxing in the outdoors.
 
JuanTamad said:
Does not apply to private lakes or ponds. However community lakes and ponds might have their own deed restrictions or laws;)
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exemptions were included in the link...if you read down further there is the one for pond/lake...as reads free only if under 20 acres,but if over:

**Any person fishing in a fish pond of 20 acres or more, where the pond owner has purchased a fish pond license at a fee of $3 per surface acre.
private or commercial property applies.

I was merely responding to the statement made that residents did not need a license...didnt want to give anyone who didnt know the risk of being fined in florida.:thumbsup:

by the way...if you havent tried them...rapala x-raps are killer on pbass...they are a fast retrieve lure and come in a variety of colors.
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The TRUST said:
DM,

I tried the Xraps. Works good but a bit hard to retrieve nicely IMO compared to the other Rapalas. Too bad they don't come in a 3 treble hook model.

Matt,

Here is more info on the XRAPS
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why do you need 3 hooks? and they are made for straight line fast retrieve...not swim or motion.
 
DIESELMACK said:
exemptions were included in the link...if you read down further there is the one for pond/lake...as reads free only if under 20 acres,but if over:

**Any person fishing in a fish pond of 20 acres or more, where the pond owner has purchased a fish pond license at a fee of $3 per surface acre.
private or commercial property applies.

I was merely responding to the statement made that residents did not need a license...didnt want to give anyone who didnt know the risk of being fined in florida.:thumbsup:

by the way...if you havent tried them...rapala x-raps are killer on pbass...they are a fast retrieve lure and come in a variety of colors.
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As one of the exemptions states residents do not need a license if they are fishing in their county of residence. As far as saltwater fishing license goes, residents don't need it either if fishing from shore or structures connected to shore. So, you may bag that saltwater specie if you happen to be fishing freshwater without the saltwater license but on shore or bridge:D
There's lots of nuances to these requirements. However thanks for the clarification:D
 
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