Copyright Infringement
As times goes by, it is easier for us to browse media, with several taps, and a decent internet link, we can access diverse media such as film, songs, artworks, etc. This media are displayed on various channels, can be free, charged or part of it is free and part of it is paid. The artists can choose whether or not to publish their work for free or with charged. Multiple artists post or upload their work on the internet; some use the internet to make a living, and some use the internet to publicize their work. Media access may be either lawful or unlawful. Legal, if the artist permits you to use or access their work. Illegal if you have access to paid media without paying for it. This scenario occurs when someone has secretly uploaded the work without the consent of the artist or author.
Ways of Copyright Infringement
Peer to Peer
Passing around or sharing copyrighted media on peer-to-peer or torrent sites, especially sites that encourage downloading or uploading without permission.
Illegal Streaming
Listening to sites or movies using sites that stream music, and movies without the artist's permission.
Penalties
What are the penalties provided by Philippine law for copyright infringement?
Under Philippine law, copyright infringement is punishable by the following:
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Imprisonment of between 1 to 3 years and a fine of between 50,000 to 150,000 pesos for the first offense.
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Imprisonment of 3 years and 1 day to six years plus a fine of between 150,000 to 500,000 pesos for the second offense.
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Imprisonment of 6 years and 1 day to 9 years plus a fine ranging from 500,000 to 1,500,000 pesos for the third and subsequent offenses.
The offending party may also be ordered to pay civil damages.
Injunction and destruction of the infringing goods or products can also be obtained, as well as seizure and impounding of any article which may serve as evidence in the court proceedings.
In my opinion, the punishment is right enough for the violators. The online world is an intricate world in which the validity of various media works is impossible to define. Learning etiquette is important for online people because they won't be ignorant about the common crimes they're doing on the Internet due to a lack of information about it. The legislation written for these crimes on the Internet is definitely relevant and constantly changing based on the level of the crimes committed.