My first flying "job" was dropping two sacks of Winalot dog-biscuits from a microlight onto the (two day starved) hounds of a fox-hunt in UK. The dogs sensibly all gave up the hunt for the free biscuits. I ended up with a criminal record - but it has been a great asset to me later in my career as it demonstrated my commitment to a worthwhile cause - to defend animals against torment for human pleasure..
Unless you had an Aerial Application Certificate issued by the CAA (ANO Article 68), you were in violation of ANO Article 66.
Deliberate violation of the Air Navigation Order is NOT a great asset to a career as a Professional Pilot.
The forum is Pprune;
Professional Pilot Rumour Network.
Emphasis on Professional.
Personal views on morality to deliberately violate regulations is not professional.
Criminal record ? You should have had your license tugged!