Minimum age for a tattoo in Missouri
Missouri law bars tattooing a minor (under 18) unless the artist obtains the prior written informed consent of the parent or legal guardian, signed in the artist's presence. Source: Mo. Rev. Stat. 324.520.
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- Minimum age
- Under 18
- Parental consent
- Allowed with prior written informed consent of the parent or legal guardian, signed in the presence of the artist or an employee or agent.
- Citation
- Mo. Rev. Stat. 324.520
- Penalty for the person who tattoos
- Misdemeanor; fine of up to $500 (higher on a repeat violation within one year)
- Source
- Missouri Revisor of Statutes, read November 5, 2026.
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