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Were you "towing" the fish with anything other than your hand? I assume you were running water over its gills to get it to breathe better which is a good call. However, If you were using a rope, game clip, or stringer to tow the fish; more reason for the warden to believe you were harvesting. Don't give any reason for people to believe you are being unethical or illegal. My 2 cents, and tight lines.
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These are my express opinions derived from my experiences - I know less than most and half as much as some! 
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