This law sets forth the parameters that constitute sexual performance as well, to encompass any act that involves child pornography. A more common name, child pornography, is detailed within this segment of the law.
In New York, Article 263 defines the law that associates with the use of children in sexual performances.
However, where is the line drawn for the funny pictures your parents have over possessing pictures of other children that are considered inappropriate and illegal? The line drawn relates to the purpose of the images and the contents. Parents shared these images for laughs, embarrassment, and in good spirits. It is safe to say we all have those embarrassing pictures, our younger selves in a bathtub or doing something ridiculous.