Contract completed after time limit exceeded

[alienfodder]

Took on a contract, dillied and dallied, eventually arrived at the planet. Entered the palace and, while the attempt contract button was visible, received a contract expired toast. Tapped attempt contract and was informed contract had been completed. Captain stats show 42 attemped, 42 completed and 1 expired.

Difficulty demanding.
HTC Hero on 2.1

[Fenikso]

It has been reported as a feature of the Central Database here.

[Cory Trese]

Under the Laws of Shalun, a Captain can commit a Contract after the deadline is passed, if it is the first action he takes after making planet fall.

The scoring and unlocking systems all account for this rule.