Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries enforcement agents cited a Mississippi man for alleged hunting violations on Dec. 29 in West Carroll Parish.
Agents cited Anthony W. Kessler, 28, for fraudulently obtaining a hunting license, and hunting without non-resident basic and big game hunting licenses.
During a compliance check, agents discovered that Kessler did not meet the state’s bona fide resident rules for resident license status. Agents found that Kessler had not resided continuously in Louisiana for six months and his motor vehicle was registered in Mississippi.
Agents seized a seven-point deer.
Obtaining a hunting license fraudulently carries a $250 to $500 fine and up to 90 days in jail. Hunting without non-resident and big game hunting licenses each brings a $100 to $350 fine and up to 60 days in jail. Kessler may also face civil restitution totaling $1,624 for the replacement value of the deer.