Utah § 76-9-2001 - Definitions.

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§ 76-9-2001. Definitions.

Effective 5/6/2026
76-9-2001.  Definitions.
As used in this part:
(1)"Body piercing" means the creation of an opening in the body, excluding the ear, for the purpose of inserting jewelry or other decoration.
(2)"Consent of a minor's parent or legal guardian" means the presence of a parent or legal guardian during the performance of tattooing or body piercing upon the minor after the parent or legal guardian has provided:
(a)reasonable proof of personal identity and familial relationship; and
(b)written permission signed by the parent or legal guardian authorizing the performance of tattooing or body piercing upon the minor.
(3)"Minor" means a person younger than 18 years old who:
(a)is not married; and
(b)has not been declared emancipated by a court of law.
(4)"Scarification" means the process in which a mark is cut into human skin tissue with the intent of leaving a permanent mark.
(5)"Tattoo" means to fix an indelible mark or figure upon the body by inserting a pigment under the skin or by producing scars.


Amended by Chapter 209, 2026 General Session

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