I do not think the debate is about theft. The important matter is who decides that it was theft.
We have an independent judiciary and that is there for a reason. Whether terrorism or copyright infringement, the government has no right whatever to decide on individual cases and facts. That is the job of the judges.
I hear you on this point and should have been clear that I do not approve of actions taken without due process.
But I also wish the rest of the posters here would state their opposition to piracy while they defend the pirates on procedural grounds.
It's like when skin heads march. All sensible people defend their right to hold a peaceful demonstration but it is good taste to also point out ones disapproval of the ideas those skinheads espouse.
The lack of voices making such clarifications has been notable.
And it sounds like typical apologist arguments.
To those lamenting this action: do you pirate music, movies, or software?
We have an independent judiciary and that is there for a reason. Whether terrorism or copyright infringement, the government has no right whatever to decide on individual cases and facts. That is the job of the judges.
Take the matters to court!