Actually you do not have to tag a buck around the antlers in WI. You can tag it through the ear if youd like. as for does, you have to tag through the ear. Ive tagged so many bucks through the ear it isnt funny. It makes no difference where you tag it as long as its tagged before you even dress it out. Now regardless of where the buck was shot, it must be tagged legally before you can even move it. I dont care if hes a warden or not, he broke the law and should be fined.