Age & ID Requirements
Anyone getting pierced or having jewelry inserted into a piercing must provide proof of age and identification. This includes minors who are accompanied by a parent.
Adults
In order to be pierced or have jewelry inserted into a piercing you must be at least 18 years of age and have a valid photo ID.
ACCEPTABLE IDENTIFICATION INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING:
Acceptable Documents for Minors
Anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent/legal guardian and must provide identification and proof of age and relationship to the guardian in order to be pierced or have jewelry inserted into a piercing. Acceptable identification and proof of age and relationship includes the following:
Guardian
Any form of acceptable identification listed above is required for the minor’s guardian.
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Minor
Minors must present documentation to show their age and relationship to their guardian. Appropriate documentation will come from list A or a combination of documents from list B and C.
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The following documents are acceptable proof of age and relationship on their own provided the last names or addresses on them are the same as the ones stated on the guardian’s identification:
State Issued ID
Passport
Driver’s License/Permit
*The last names or addresses must match on the minor and adult’s identification. If they do not, the minor must have a combination of documentation from list B and C.
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The following documents are acceptable proof of age and must be accompanied by documentation in List C:
State Issued ID
Passport
Driver’s License/Permit
School ID
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The following documents are acceptable proof of relationship to the guardian and must be accompanied by documentation in List B:
Birth Certificate *If the minor or guardian’s name has changed and no longer matches the way it is presented on the Birth Certificate, supplemental Marriage Certificate, Divorce papers, or Court Order of Name Change are required
Adoption Papers
Power of Attorney giving full guardianship without limitation
For minors 4-12 years of age, the minor does not need a photo ID. The guardian’s photo ID and the minor’s birth certificate are all that is required, provided that the guardian’s name is on the birth certificate.
If the guardian is not a birth parent, Adoption Papers or Power of Attorney giving full guardianship without limitation is required.
Ages and Requirements for Specific Piercings
Age requirements are subject to change. Current age requirements are as follows:
18 years of age or older with proper identification
Microdermal (single point) piercings
Surface piercings
Nipple piercings
Genital piercings
13 years of age or older with parental consent and proper identification
Earlobe piercings (no larger than 10 gauge)
Ear cartilage piercings
Navel piercings
Facial piercings
Oral piercings
Minors under 13 years of age with parental consent and proper identification
Earlobes (18, 16 or 14 gauge only) - Minors must be able to verbally consent to the piercings, as well as legibly write their name on the release form.