### Question
How does the law define actual sexually explicit conduct?


### Answer
Under *18 U.S.C. § 2257*, **actual sexually explicit conduct** is defined as:

> actual but not simulated conduct as defined in subparagraphs (A) through (D) of paragraph (2) of section 2256 of this title

#### Citation:
  - *18 U.S.C. § 2257*
  - Heading: **PART I-CRIMES > CHAPTER 110-SEXUAL EXPLOITATION AND OTHER ABUSE OF CHILDREN**

