I say it's not a crime. In my eyes, it isn't π€·. Doesn't mean I'm right, doesn't mean the law is on my side. It just means when I ask myself "Am I commiting a crime right now π€?" when pirating, I just don't feel any guilt at all... none, I sleep like a baby.
That being said, I protect myself as best as I can (financially wise as well). I just don't live in a country where these laws are actually enforced. There hasn't been a single piracy related trial here... ever. So, once again, I sleep like a baby... if I'm the first one, hey, so be it, someone's gotta burn first, right π€·.
Great knowledge brings great sadness...