Though Los Angeles is frequently called LaLaLand by our New York-based B&U staff, it is called that lovingly because it is so intertwined with the highly absurd industry of making entertainment.

New York, on the other hand, is the capitol of piracy, with over 50% of the pirated films you find on the internet and in the hands of your immigrants with DVD burners shot in New York movie houses.

That’s about to change and your pirated access to films currently in theaters is the target of new New York anti-piracy law that, for the first time, includes the threat of up to a year in jail for first time offenders.

Past that: Felony. No joke.

For recording movies!

Details on the penalties after the cut!

Currently, New York punishes pirates with a $250 fine, the equivalent of a parking ticket and a slap on the wrist.

Holding up a pirated DVD of Iron Man, New York State Attorney General Andrew Cuomo announced the details of the new legislation, currently backed by both parties.

Under the proposed bill, first-time offenders would face up to one year in jail and a $1,000 fine. Offenses would be elevated from violation status to a Class A misdemeanor. Repeat offenders would be charged with a felony, which carries higher penalties.

Joining Cuomo for his announcement? Tina Fey and NBC Uni CEO Jeff Zucker.

We expect this shit from Zucker, but what’s up Liz Lemon?