has jumped on the tattoo band wagon. Not only are they wanting to get
tattooed, they are starting to get them at younger ages. While in the
state of Florida, you need parental consent, and a form notarized that
doesn't necessarily mean that getting your minor tattooed is a good
idea.
In the state of Georgia, even with parental consent...it is illegal for
a minor to get tattooed or pierced. I know when I was 16 and wanted to
get my tongue pierced, all I needed was my mom to give verbal
permission. Now there are all sorts of hoops to jump through. I think
this is a good thing, but many parents disagree, and are often highly
pissed that they have to go get a form notarized. They also have to
bring their ID and their child's ID...which never gets a favorable
response.
While I agree, if the parents don't let their kid get something
done..they will probably do it behind their back....maybe by a
friend...or in some stranger's garage. Either scenario sounds like an
extremely bad idea. I do feel parent's should compromise to a degree, as
tattoos have become a very permanent part of American culture. They
should also discuss design element and design placement, and make sure
that their child is making an educated decision. While it is their body,
they also are a minor and do not have the final say.
Visible tattoos may not be the best choice for a teenager who does not
have a job yet. While most employers have become more lenient with
employees having visible tattoos, it still has a stigma surrounding it.
While their summer job in the fast food industry helps pay for the
tattoo, it may not be a career worthy decision. I feel the best tattoo
ideas need tons of research and must be extremely thought out. While in
the state of Florida it is legal to let your minor get tattooed, it is
still your job as their parent to make sure it's a decision they can
live with for the rest of their life.
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