Any Documents Necessary to Possess and Transport Deer Mounts?

April 1, 2010

Question: I have questions regarding deer trophies taken legally during regular deer season and their possession and transportation months or years afterward. What paperwork, if any, must be kept? How long must this be kept? Are people in possession of deer heads in violation if they don’t keep their old deer tags? (Geoff V.)

Answer: There is no paperwork required by California Fish and Game laws to possess old taxidermied deer mounts. There are also no restrictions on possession or transport, however, it is illegal to sell, barter or trade them regardless of their age. It’s always best if the tags are attached, but it’s not required.