The first effects of France's new law against internet piracy will begin to be felt as the new year begins.
The law was passed after a long struggle in parliament, and in the teeth of bitter opposition from groups opposed to internet restrictions.
Illegal downloaders will be sent a warning e-mail, then a letter if they continue, and finally must appear before a judge if they offend again. 
The judge can impose a fine, or suspend their access to the internet.
The Creation and Internet Bill set up a new state agency - the Higher Authority for the Distribution of Works and the Protection of Copyright on the Internet (Hadopi).
The law was backed by President Nicolas Sarkozy and the entertainment industry.
"What we think is that after the first message... about two-thirds of the people (will) stop their illegal usages of the internet.
"After the second message more than 95% will finish with that bad usage."
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New internet piracy law comes into effect in France
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