RE: found out of season.
I would definetly be on the cell phone to the local CO. Because he doesn't have a sense of humor. LOL No really. I think he would be able to tell it was not a 'fresh' kill and probably is a late recovery. But I would still try and have the law on my side. Tough question though.
KEEP IT LEGAL. KEEP IT SAFE. OR WE MAY NOT GET TO KEEP IT AT ALL.