Under 16 years of age.
 

A Florida resident fishing from land or a structure fixed to the land – a pier, bridge, dock, floating dock, jetty or similar structure.
 

Fishing from a for-hire vessel – guide, charter, party boat – that has a valid vessel license.
 

A holder of a valid saltwater products license.
 

A Florida resident - 65 years old or older.
 

A Florida resident who is a member of the U. S. Armed Forces, who is not stationed in this state, while on leave for 30 days or less, upon submission of orders. This does not include family members.