OK I can see that point of view.

But consider this: if you are a bit naive and being scrupulous, you might not think about being perceived as dishonest. The possiblities might just never cross your mind. I often find myself having to puzzle over why certain regulations exist while I shift to a sneaky frame of mind to untangle the logic.

Or maybe the OP is not comfortable stating his reasoning for fear of drawing attention.
Continue my hypothetical: if you were trying to avoid a dictator's torture chamber, would you get on a message board and announce what you're trying to do and why?