Maybe a slot but some lakes here most 15'' are at the end of their lifespan . But I agree it will take regulation because just a few releasing big fish won't help much .
You're right about that. I was speaking in reference to the Big 4 in Mississippi where 15" fish are still common. So, a 14" max keeper size at Big 4 may relate to a 12-1/2" max at another lake, etc.