Well, I've no idea why the ban is in place because the committee haven't given a specific reason, but, yes, if I knew I deserved it I would keep quiet. Possibly tell one or two fans I knew I could trust who would cover for me.

The problem with putting something on the internet, even under a lock, is that fandom is full of well-meaning friends who may well take up your cause. Which is fine if you feel badly done to but not so great when everyone finds out what really did happen to the trouser press.