Body Piercing for a Minor
(under 18 years old)
An artist may not perform body piercing on a person younger than 18 without the consent of a parent, managing conservator, or guardian and meeting the requirements of 25 Texas Administrative Code, §229.406(d).
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The adult is present at the studio during the piercing and signs statements swearing they are the parent, managing conservator or guardian;
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the adult has the authority to consent to the procedure;
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the adult has provided valid government issued identification of the minor and of themselves to the studio; and
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the adult will remain at the studio while the procedure is performed.
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the adult must also present identification and evidence to the studio they are the parent, managing conservator or guardian.
Valid forms
of ID
If the minor has been adopted, we will also need the adoption paperwork.
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We understand that it can be difficult for a child to have an ID, but it is required by Texas state law. The law is in place to protect the child and ensure that the person bringing them to be pierced is, in fact, their parent or legal guardian.
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Birth certificate for minor (must be the original; copies or digital copies will NOT be accepted; 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)
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ID for minor (passport, school ID, drivers license)
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ID for parent