Rule 37.112.158 - RESTRICTIONS AND PROHIBITIONS(1) A tattooing or body piercing procedure may not occur if: (a) either the artist or the client is under the apparent influence of alcohol or other mind-altering drugs;(b) the client has not signed the consent form required by ARM 37.112.144; or(c) the client is under the age of 18, without the explicit in-person consent of the client's parent or legal guardian as provided in 45-5-623, MCA.(2) If the client is under the age of 18, the parent or legal guardian must accompany the client throughout the procedure.(3) A written physician referral is required before tattooing or body piercing if the client: (a) is taking any drug or dietary supplements that may induce bleeding tendencies or reduce clotting;(b) has a medical condition that is known to cause bleeding tendencies or reduce clotting;(c) shows signs of recent intravenous drug use;(d) has a sunburn, a skin disease such a psoriasis or eczema, a skin infection, or lesions such as a mole in the proposed procedure site; or(e) discloses or evidences allergies or contact sensitivity to pigments, soaps, or other substances that may be used in the procedure.(4) The artist may delay or require a medical referral before conducting any tattooing or piercing for any person whose physical health, understanding, or judgment may be in question.Mont. Admin. r. 37.112.158
NEW, 2007 MAR p. 351, Eff. 3/23/07; AMD, 2013 MAR p. 156, Eff. 2/1/13.50-48-103, MCA; IMP, 50-48-103, MCA;