I would call local dnr and double checks regs,
And keep it legal.
I don't just follow laws I agree with,
And disregard laws i disagree with.
Possesion of illegal game is possession regardless of how it was found,
Every poacher has a million excuses for those illegal racks on his wall.
Regs will vary by state, but most are similar in how they regard dead animals.
Usually need tag/permission of some sort.
Those that promote breaking laws and give it as advise should really get their act together