"To circumvent the rules" means finding a way to avoid or bypass the established rules or regulations in order to achieve a desired outcome. Full definition
They noted the rule says it covers «any» PAC controlled by a financial firm serving as a state bond dealer, and it includes provisions designed to prevent banks from circumventing the rule by channelling money through PACs. (ibtimes.com)
These political challenges were not countered within the political process (ie, by defeating the challengers in elections, and so on) but by circumventing the rule of law to prosecute the oligarchs for fabricated crimes. (politics.stackexchange.com)
the rule says it covers «any» PAC controlled by a financial firm serving as a state bond dealer, and it includes provisions designed to prevent banks from circumventing the rule by channelling money through PACs. (ibtimes.com)