Full question:
My brother wants to do body piercing and tattooing on his body. He is only 15 years and I suspect he has some mental disorders because he says he wanna make tattoo his whole face. Is it legal to do tattooing and body piercing in Georgia? He is asking our parents for their consent. I donno whether they will agree or not. However, I want to know whether parent’s consent is essential for tattooing or body piercing.
- Category: Minors
- Subcategory: Body Art
- Date:
- State: Georgia
Answer:
In Georgia, individuals under eighteen years old cannot get tattoos or body piercings without parental consent. Your brother can proceed with both if he obtains consent from a parent or guardian. However, it is illegal for him to get a tattoo within one inch of his eye socket, which could lead to a misdemeanor charge if violated. According to Georgia law: - **Tattooing** (O.C.G.A. § 16-12-5): Tattooing is defined as marking or coloring the skin through pricking or inserting pigments. It is illegal to tattoo within one inch of the eye socket. - **Body Piercing** (O.C.G.A. § 16-5-71.1): Piercing the body (except for earlobes) of a minor under eighteen is unlawful without prior written consent from a custodial parent or guardian. If you have concerns about your brother's mental health, it may be wise to discuss these with a trusted adult.This content is for informational purposes only and is not legal advice. Legal statutes mentioned reflect the law at the time the content was written and may no longer be current. Always verify the latest version of the law before relying on it.