talk about bullpucky. if you launch at gulfport harbor and head south for 7 miles, ur in louisiana. out of state fishin liscense in louisiana is $120. mississippi is the only coastal state in the country that does not have direct access to international waters. way back when they divided the state lines they decided to float a barrel. la politicians found every excuse to put it off for 9 days till thier was a strong easterly wind. the state line now runs about 7 miles offshore paralell to our shores. and our moron politicians fell for it. here in ms out of state liscense is (i think) $20. unless you hail from la. then it'll cost you $90.