i highly doubt you will get caught because eveyone does it.... if you're in the u.s., sharing and/or downloading is illegal (both are).... but they only go after those that share. most countries are the same way, though some allow both. if you get caught in the u.s. you generally will have to pay a fine, which is usually about $3,000; though they can get you for a lot more. as for other countries..... i am not sure.