Online proctoring systems like Honorlock, Proctorio, and Respondus are meant to keep testing fair—but they also flag a lot of students for suspicious behavior, even when nothing dishonest actually happened.
If you’ve received an academic misconduct notice based on your Honorlock exam recording, you might be asking:
- Why did Honorlock flag me?
- What if I just looked away for a second?
- Can I get in trouble even if I didn’t cheat?
These are becoming very common questions. And unfortunately, many schools rely heavily on these reports—even if the footage doesn’t tell the whole story.
Why Honorlock Flags Students
Honorlock uses a combination of AI and human reviewers to look for what it calls “testing anomalies.” Some common flags include:
- Looking away from the screen too often
- Talking or whispering
- A second voice or noise in the background
- Movement that suggests use of a phone or notes
- Unusual typing patterns
- Unapproved tabs or windows opening
Sometimes these reports include video footage, screenshots, or browser activity—but not always in context. Students often get reported even if what happened was harmless or explainable.
What Happens After You’re Reported
Once flagged, the Honorlock footage usually goes to the instructor, who decides whether to file a misconduct report. If that happens, schools can:
- Notify you by email
- Ask for a written explanation or schedule a meeting
- Review the footage as part of the investigation
- Decide whether there was a violation—and what the outcome will be
Some students only receive a warning. Others fail the test—or the class. More serious cases can lead to probation, suspension, or even disciplinary hearings.
Can You Fight a False Honorlock Report?
Yes—but it depends on how your school handles the process. Some students successfully explain what happened and have the case dropped. Others aren’t given that chance—or don’t know how to present their side effectively.
Searches like:
- “Honorlock flagged me but I didn’t cheat”
- “Can you get expelled for an Honorlock exam?”
- “False positive on online proctoring”
show just how many students are struggling to figure out what to do next.
Get Help Before You Respond
These systems aren’t perfect, and the footage doesn’t always tell the full story. If you’re not sure what to say—or what your rights are—it may help to speak with someone who’s handled cases like this before.
Richard Asselta works with students accused of cheating through remote proctoring systems. He helps them understand the report, craft a response, and prepare for any hearings that might follow.
If you’ve been accused of cheating on an Honorlock exam, contact Richard Asselta for a consultation. You may still have a chance to protect your record.
Contact Richard today – Call (855) 338-5299, Email: [email protected] or fill out a contact request form.