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Piracy, particularly in the digital realm, remains a significant legal issue as technology evolves. It involves unauthorized distribution and reproduction of copyrighted materials, affecting industries like film, music, software, and publishing. 

Criminal penalties deter piracy by punishing offenders. In the United States, criminal prosecution of piracy is often pursued under the No Electronic Theft Act, allowing for significant fines and imprisonment. Individuals convicted of infringing copyright for commercial advantage or private financial gain can face up to five years in prison and fines up to $250,000. Repeat offenders may face harsher penalties, underscoring the legal system’s intent to curb habitual piracy. 

In the Phillippines, there is a law where Republic Act no. 10088

An act to prohibit and penalize the unauthorized use, possession and/or control of audiovisual recording devices for the unauthorized recording of cinematographic films and other audiovisual works and/or their soundtracks in an exhibition facility, providing penalties therefor and for other purposes

Reference: https://legalclarity.org/legal-consequences-of-piracy-penalties-and-defenses-explained/

https://lawphil.net/statutes/repacts/ra2010/ra_10088_2010.html