I don't use one for big game but I do use one when I'm hunting coyotes and p-dogs. I was approached one time as I walked back to my truck after shooting a coyote, turned out somebody had called me in because they saw a guy with a gun trespassing. The game warden and sheriff were both waiting for me when I arrived at the pickup. I had permission to be on the ground, and after a quick call to the land owner to confirm and a check of my small game license, I was on my way. The only thing that was ever said about the suppressor was when the sheriff asked how I liked the Thunder Beast. They never even asked to see my stamp.