Can't see any good that comes from it. Just another bothersome regulatory imposition which are too numerous already.
I dont know if anyone has touched on this yet and I'm not picking out the person who I quoted above because I've seen alot of negative comments.
I cant imagine NOT having a back tag! Our back tag number system has been the demise of countless poachers and especially tresspassers. It's a very usefull tool which aids the DNR who is very under staffed around here.
If you witness someone doing something illegal , jot down their back tag and report it. You catch someone tresspassing , avoid confrontation and jot down the back tag as they leave.
I see absolutely nothing wrong with the back tag system for a law abiding hunter.