It's impossible to know how many people are fined for infringement, because the vast majority of cases are handled privately and settled out of court.
Unauthorized copying, altering, distributing, or performing/displaying a work is copyright infringement.
Yes, It is breaking copyright laws.
No, unless you are breaking any minor laws.
Only use materials for which you are the creator, or for which you have an exemption in the law or permission from the copyright holder.
People who have broken copyright law are called infringers.
Plagarism or copyright Laws!
It is not available legally for free. WikiAnswers does not assist in the breaking of International Copyright laws.
It depends on the extent of the copying, the use of the copies, and more.
Yes, but most rightsholders would simply demand remuneration from the parents.
If by customs you are referring to a societies customs, then the difference is that laws are rules set by the state, and you can go to prison or be fined for violating them. Customs on the other hand are social norms and while not against the law breaking them can get many people angry at you.
Software license and copyright laws vary by state and type. Most laws state that software can only be used by authorized people. Copyright laws also state that only authorized individuals can use the image or writing.
Some places have water shortages and droughts. There may be local laws restricting the use of a hose. Washing cars with a hose may be banned. People breaking those laws may be fined, or worse.