Filet Regulations

Filet Regulations A. It is unlawful for commercial or recreational fishermen to possess fish with heads, tails or flesh removed until delivered to the final destination; however, fish may be eviscerated, scaled or have gills removed. MISS. CODE ANN. §§ 49-15-1, 49-15-3, 49-15-5, 49-15-15, 49-15-30, 49-15-35, 49-15-35, 49-15- 63, 49-15-303, 49-15-304, 49-15-305 and 49-15-307. B. Any charter or recreational fishing boat fishing within or outside Mississippi territorial waters over twenty-four (24) hours before returning to land and filing a float plan with the Department of Marine Resources (MDMR) may possess filleted fish in Mississippi waters. Fishermen may not possess more than a single day’s bag limit for any species, except licensed charter vessels exercising the exemptions described in Chapter 6 of this Part. Said float plan must be received and filed with the MDMR prior to departure and during the regular operating hours between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, and a copy of which must be on board said vessel for the duration of the trip. Said float plan must be submitted on forms provided by the MDMR, signed by the applicant and official accepting the float plan; and must contain the following information: 1. Name of the applicant 2. Owner of the vessel 3. Name of the vessel captain 4. Official vessel registration number 5. Description of the vessel 6. Date, time and location of departure 7. Destination(s) 8. Anticipated date, time, and location of return MISS. CODE ANN. §§ 49-15-1, 49-15-3, 49-15-5, 49-15-15, 49-15-30, 49-15-35, 49-15-35, 49-15- 63, 49-15-303, 49-15-304, 49-15-305, 49-15-307, 50 CFR 622.38. CHAPTER 06 CHARTER BOAT EXEMPTION FROM CERTAIN BAG LIMITS