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This video describes piracy and its history. Though it does not explicitly discuss the law regarding piracy, it helps us understand pirates' actus reus and, as a by-product, their mens rea.

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This video goes into depth about the laws surrounding piracy. This is relevant to my topic cause it explains most of the aspects that revolve around piracy and its laws. The video may go over some laws that are not relevant to Canadian law but help build up the basic structures of the piracy law. It goes over defenses and punishments for breaking the law.

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[Article 122] Piracy; Criminal Law Discussion

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This is a very basic video that goes over American digital piracy. He explains what is and is not allowed that revolves around digital piracy. This explains your rights when purchasing a copy of digital property or subscription, this is called licensing. Piracy and digital piracy are similar but with different punishments.

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What is digital piracy?  Learn the basics here!

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This summarizes international piracy laws and the changes that were made at the time of the article. Touching upon the Somali pirates. This is relevant because it connects to the different aspects of law. It regards domains and legislations much like our own in Canada while introducing multiple treaties throughout different countries.

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This resource is licensed for your use by Durham College Library. Off-campus access is restricted to members of the Durham College community.

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This article provides an overview of Canadian piracy legislation, covering the definition, illustrations, defenses, and potential penalties for the offenses of piracy. All this is relevant to the law of piracy as it goes on to explain that, in line with Section 74 of the Canadian Criminal Code, piracy has been termed as an indictable offense, subject to severe punishment like life imprisonment. The article further draws attention to the fact that citizens of Canada may be prosecuted for piracies anywhere around the globe, underlining Canada's commitment to implementing international maritime law.

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Piracy Laws in Canada | Strategic Criminal Defence FAQ

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What is a piracy charge?
Piracy is covered under section 74, Part II of the Canadian Criminal Code. Part II covers “Offences Against Public Order”. A piracy charge occurs where, by the law of nations, a person has committed an act considered piratical. Piratical acts are

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This article explains how in Canada, internet piracy, or the unauthorized copying, adapting, sharing, or selling of software or online content contrary to the provisions of copyright law, is a civil violation punishable by fines and not imprisonment. This information applies to the law of piracy since it clarifies that, unlike classical piracy, which is violent on the seas and addressed under the Criminal Code, internet piracy is addressed by the Copyright Act and lacks criminal sanctions. The webpage also highlights challenges in the enforcement of internet piracy laws in Canada, clarifying that police forces typically lack budgetary resources and professional training to prosecute these cases effectively, with the consequence that there is scarce and soft punishment.

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Céline Dostaler Ottawa Criminal Defence Lawyer

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Online Piracy Laws & Penalties in Canada | Celine Dostaler

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Learn about online piracy penalties and get legal advice for internet-related charges. Contact for a free consultation.

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This is a photo of some of the FBI anti-piracy notices on DVDs and media that state that unauthorized reproduction or distribution of copyrighted works is a federal crime punishable by up to five years in prison and/or a $250,000 fine.

These warnings underline the seriousness with which the United States federal government takes intellectual property theft, emphasizing that piracy, including unauthorized copying or distributing of material, is a criminal offense in the United States. Though the warnings make specific reference to U.S. jurisdiction, the visual cueing performs a generalized deterrent function and reflects international conventions where copyright piracy is criminalized and enforced in cooperation with international partners, including Canada.

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FBI Anti-Piracy Warnings: A Graphical History (Photos)

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The message that piracy is wrong has never evolved. But from the use of color to subtle changes in language, the FBI’s anti-piracy warning has taken on different looks over the last 30 years.

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This image is of armed Somali pirates on a small vessel in open waters, that is routinely used to illustrate real instances of maritime piracy off the coast of Somalia. The image captures the threat of maritime piracy that persists, particularly in regions like the Horn of Africa, which has prompted serious international legal and naval response. It is a crime under international law, such as under the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) and UN Security Council resolutions, by which states have the right to arrest, try, and imprison pirates found on the high seas, thus rendering it a best case of piracy as a universal jurisdiction crime. The image reiterates the need for international cooperation to deal with piracy in terms of legal, diplomatic, and security approaches.

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What You Won’t Learn About Somali Pirates From Captain Phillips

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Last weekend I had the disconcerting experience of watching a Navy SEAL raid off the coast of Somalia reenacted onscreen while trying to…

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This IHS Maritime infographic illustrates global piracy data for 2008–2013, highlighting attack locations, frequency, weapons used, crew assaults, and targeted vessel types. The image provides empirical context for the extent and direction of maritime piracy, supporting national and international legal action. It emphasizes the global nature of piracy and the need for collective international law enforcement, prosecution, and maritime security under frameworks like the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) and UN Security Council resolutions. Visualizing data on hijackings, violence, and vessel types, helps legal efforts directed toward prevention, jurisdictional control, and securing international shipping routes.