4Salt....yes I know that the tongue is a part of the mouth, I was just wondering why in the regs they list it as a difference in where you hook it. Also, is there a place in the regs that actually defines legally hooked(I know that it is common sense....but there are a lot of ppl out there that lack common sense)? The only place that I have found any sort of definition is under the selective gear rule. Which is really misleading. Because not all rivers follow selective gear rules. I agree with your interpretation as to the mortal wounding part, but why is that specific definition only listed under that heading. I guess for some clarification my real question would be is there an actual definition as to legally hooked for all rivers??? Thanks for sharing your interpretation.

And Todd......only for trout????? If it isn't intended for salmon and steelhead, why isn't that specified??? Not meaning to say you are wrong or to argue just curious as to where you came up with that? Did you hear it from a gammie?? Just wondering?

RiverGal