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The law assumes a minor isn't mature enough to make an informed decision on altering their body permanently. Also, like any other service for pay, procuring a tattoo is a form of contract and a minor cannot enter a contract. The tattoo provider would have absolute liability.

At least 39 states have laws that prohibit tattoo for minors. Anyone who applies a tattoo on a minor may suffer serious legal consequences if there are any ill effects from the process. A prudent tattoo artist wouldn't take that risk. Even with parental permission a tattoo on a young child may be considered child abuse.

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the person doing the tattooing will get fined and could lose his/her licence.

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First time they take your stuff away and put a record so if you get caught again you can get fined or even end up in jail but not very long

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no its your body you have the right to do whatever you want with it

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The Person doing the tattoo can be fined, and maybe lose his/her license. Also you will probably get yelled at by your guardian.

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A pattern appears on their body somewhere and their parents will probably get really angry and the child will regret it for the rest of his life but it will be a good story to tell at parties

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Is there a tattoo parlor in Tennessee that will tattoo a minor?

There is no legal tattoo parlor in the United States that will tattoo someone under the age of 18 without parental consent, no matter what. If you go somewhere that will, it is an illegal facility and could be very dangerous. Many tattoo parlors will tattoo as young as 15 or 16 with parental permission. I would call your local places and ask. But if you're trying to do it without your parents, I urge you to think again. Getting a tattoo is safe if done correctly, but there are so many ways it could go wrong. The needle needs to be brand new and sterile, and if it is an illegal shop, you are putting your health and ultimately your life in danger.


What is a notarized statement for tattooing a minor?

It may be possible in some states to obtain a tattoo even if you are a minor provided that you have the permission of your parents to get the tattoo. Most commonly, a parent would need to be present. In certain states, it might be sufficient for a minor to turn up to a tattoo shop with a notarized statement. In that case, the notarized statement would be a written statement by the minor's parents giving the minor permission to be tattooed. The purpose of notarization is to ensure that the note is not forged, e.g. by the minor himself.


Is it illegal to ask a minor for nudes?

Yes.


Can you still get a tattoo if you are underage but have parental approval?

Depends on the state. For example, in California its completely illegal no matter what for someone under the age of 18 to get a tattoo. In Florida, minors need parental consent. In Colorado, anyone of any age can get a tattoo (crazy i know).


What is the legal age in Maine to get a piercing without parental consent?

you can't it is illegal for an artist in the state of maine to tattoo a minor. I'll have to drive to a different state or wait till 18. I'd wait, you think you like it now but 12 years from now you'll wish you had the spot open for a really good tattoo and not that feather blowing up into little black birds

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Can a minor get a tattoo with parent consent in North Carolina?

It is illegal for a minor to get a tattoo with or without parent consent in North Carolina.


Can a sibling give consent for a minor to get a tattoo in Arizona?

It is illegal in AZ to tattoo anyone underage, so consent is invalid


Is it illegal for a teen under 18 to get a tattoo or not?

It depends on the laws of the specific state or country. In many places, it is illegal for a minor under 18 to get a tattoo without parental consent. It is important to check the regulations in your area before getting a tattoo as a teenager.


Can tattoo parlors tattoo minors in California?

Why not? The answer is yes. Though, it might depend on where the miners happen to live or be... It is illegal in California for any minors to be tattooed, CA Code 653. It is illegal and punishable by law to tattoo a minor.


Can a 13 year old get a tattoo in Houston Texas?

It is illegal for a tattoo parlor to mark a minor. They can be fined and charged for give someone under the age of 18 a tattoo.


What Article in the Louisiana Children's code talks about tattoo's?

It is illegal to tattoo a minor in the State of Louisiana what is the Children' Code under Louisiana Statue


Can a minor get a tattoo with parent consent in Oregon?

not true, you have to be 18 without parental consent. if you are a minor in Oregon with parental consent you can get one done. Nowhere. Tattooing minors is illegal in Oregon, even with parental consent. You cant get a tattoo in Oregon as a minor even with parent consent it is still illegal in Oregon


What is the law in Tennessee concerning the act of putting a tattoo on your own minor child if it is done by you the parent a non-licensed tattoo artist?

It would clearly be illegal. No one is allowed to tattoo without a license. And no one may tattoo a minor. There is an exception to cover an existing tattoo where a parent may take a 16 or 17 year old to a tattoo parlor.


Which tattoo shop is willing to do a fifteen year old tattoo in Miami Florida?

Good luck with that hun. Most tattoo shops won't tattoo any one under 18 because it's illegal to tattoo a minor with out parental consent.


Why would a parent have a tattoo put on a 10 year old daughter?

It is illegal for a parent to put a tattoo on a 10 year old minor child. CPS needs to be notified.


Can you get a tattoo at 13 with parental consent?

No, retard. It depends on the state laws. In some states, it is illegal for any minor to get a tattoo in any circumstance. However, there more states that will allow minors to get a tattoo, with given consent from a parent/ guardian


Is it illegal to give a tattoo to an adult in the state of kansas?

It is not illegal, but I suggest not to get a tattoo.