N.Y. Penal Law § 275.45

§ 275.45 Limitations of application.\n 1. This article does not apply to:\n (a) any broadcaster who, in connection with or as part of a radio,\ntelevision, or cable broadcast transmission, or for the purpose of\narchival preservation, transfers any such recorded sounds or images; or\n (b) any person who transfers such sounds or images for personal use,\nand without profit for such transfer.\n 2. This article shall neither enlarge nor diminish the rights of\nparties in civil litigation.\n