[Mr. Wright]

No, why are they not just “taking them out” on the high seas?
Thereby, we avoid all these costly and unnecessary trials.
We know they did it - they were caught in the act. Shoot the bastards and let the sharks have them for lunch. Case closed.

[Paladin2]

I agree that military tribunals on the ships of capture would be the most appropriate.

Heads on pikes back on the beaches of Somalia would be a nice final touch.

[downtownconservative]

What (?!) and not give them a chance at rehabilitation??? These poor souls could become our next generation of high school motivational speakers.

..."don't end up like me...yeah pirating on the high seas seems so romantic, but is right for you...think of all the people who will un-friend you on facebook...blah blah blah..."

Feed 'em to the sharks!

[walford]

Precisely. If an armed vessel is caught attempting to hijack a commercial ship, it should be sunk with all hands aboard.

The survivors? Drop some chum in the water with them and leave them there.